Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at COMMUNITY PAEDIATRIC SERVICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
3,160
Total Quantity
272.6K
NHS Cost
£143.6K
vs National Avg
+1123.6%
COMMUNITY PAEDIATRIC SERVICE prescribed 3,160 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £143,564 to the NHS. This is 1123.6% 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
239
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
257
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
274
Jul 2026
298
Jul 2026
275
Jul 2026
306
Jul 2026
273
Jul 2026
296
Jul 2026
270
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,160 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 272,555 |
| Total NHS Cost | £143,564 |
| Presentations | 42 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1123.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,160 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +1123.6% 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.