Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at COMMONWEALTH HEALTH CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
463
Total Quantity
15.5K
NHS Cost
£11.4K
vs National Avg
+79.3%
COMMONWEALTH HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 463 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,389 to the NHS. This is 79.3% 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
37
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 463 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,490 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,389 |
| Presentations | 36 different forms |
| vs National Average | +79.3% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 463 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +79.3% 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.