Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at CHERRYMEAD SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
448
Total Quantity
22.5K
NHS Cost
£16.6K
vs National Avg
+73.5%
CHERRYMEAD SURGERY prescribed 448 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,566 to the NHS. This is 73.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 448 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,539 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,566 |
| Presentations | 26 different forms |
| vs National Average | +73.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 448 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +73.5% 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.