Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at CAMHS
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,386
Total Quantity
53.8K
NHS Cost
£37.3K
vs National Avg
+436.7%
CAMHS prescribed 1,386 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £37,306 to the NHS. This is 436.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
134
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
129
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
103
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,386 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 53,847 |
| Total NHS Cost | £37,306 |
| Presentations | 45 different forms |
| vs National Average | +436.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,386 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +436.7% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.