Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S NURSE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
389
Total Quantity
11.8K
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
+50.6%
COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S NURSE prescribed 389 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,083 to the NHS. This is 50.6% 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
22
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 389 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,817 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,083 |
| Presentations | 20 different forms |
| vs National Average | +50.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 389 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +50.6% 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.