Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at COMMUNITY PAEDIATRIC SERVICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
407
Total Quantity
13.1K
NHS Cost
£10.3K
vs National Avg
+57.6%
COMMUNITY PAEDIATRIC SERVICE prescribed 407 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,255 to the NHS. This is 57.6% 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
27
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
78
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 407 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,076 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,255 |
| Presentations | 29 different forms |
| vs National Average | +57.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 407 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +57.6% 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.