Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at CATERHAM VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)
381
Total Quantity
16.2K
NHS Cost
£15.1K
vs National Avg
+47.5%

CATERHAM VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 381 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,147 to the NHS. This is 47.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
34

Prescribing Details

Total Items381
Total Quantity16,235
Total NHS Cost£15,147
Presentations32 different forms
vs National Average+47.5%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice381 items
National average per practice258 items
Difference+47.5% vs national average
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.