Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at CASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
456
Total Quantity
18.5K
NHS Cost
£18.4K
vs National Avg
+76.6%
CASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 456 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,446 to the NHS. This is 76.6% 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
40
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 456 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,510 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,446 |
| Presentations | 31 different forms |
| vs National Average | +76.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 456 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +76.6% 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.