Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at CASTLECROFT MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
372
Total Quantity
15.3K
NHS Cost
£10.7K
vs National Avg
+44%
CASTLECROFT MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 372 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,694 to the NHS. This is 44% 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
43
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 372 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,338 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,694 |
| Presentations | 32 different forms |
| vs National Average | +44% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 372 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +44% 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.