Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at CARITAS GROUP PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
177
Total Quantity
7,175
NHS Cost
£5.1K
vs National Avg
-31.5%
CARITAS GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 177 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,063 to the NHS. This is 31.5% below 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
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 177 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,175 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,063 |
| Presentations | 20 different forms |
| vs National Average | -31.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 177 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -31.5% 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.