Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at CAYTHORPE & ANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
386
Total Quantity
17.3K
NHS Cost
£14.3K
vs National Avg
+49.5%
CAYTHORPE & ANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 386 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,287 to the NHS. This is 49.5% 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
31
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 386 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,334 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,287 |
| Presentations | 24 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 386 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +49.5% 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.