Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at DARWIN MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
463
Total Quantity
20.8K
NHS Cost
£15.0K
vs National Avg
+79.3%
DARWIN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 463 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,956 to the NHS. This is 79.3% 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
20
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 463 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,753 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,956 |
| Presentations | 38 different forms |
| vs National Average | +79.3% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 463 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +79.3% 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.