Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at COMMUNITY PAEDIATRICIANS
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
3,322
Total Quantity
107.2K
NHS Cost
£95.2K
vs National Avg
+1186.3%
COMMUNITY PAEDIATRICIANS prescribed 3,322 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £95,207 to the NHS. This is 1186.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
316
Jun 2026
278
Jun 2026
277
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
291
Jun 2026
277
Jun 2026
287
Jun 2026
250
Jun 2026
287
Jun 2026
272
Jun 2026
290
Jun 2026
269
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,322 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 107,200 |
| Total NHS Cost | £95,207 |
| Presentations | 39 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1186.3% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,322 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +1186.3% 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.