Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at COMMUNITY PAEDIATRIC SERVICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,502
Total Quantity
45.0K
NHS Cost
£37.7K
vs National Avg
+481.6%
COMMUNITY PAEDIATRIC SERVICE prescribed 1,502 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £37,729 to the NHS. This is 481.6% 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
135
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
122
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,502 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 44,957 |
| Total NHS Cost | £37,729 |
| Presentations | 41 different forms |
| vs National Average | +481.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,502 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +481.6% 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.