Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at DESBOROUGH SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
613
Total Quantity
21.9K
NHS Cost
£23.7K
vs National Avg
+137.4%
DESBOROUGH SURGERY prescribed 613 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £23,657 to the NHS. This is 137.4% 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
54
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 613 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,877 |
| Total NHS Cost | £23,657 |
| Presentations | 34 different forms |
| vs National Average | +137.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 613 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +137.4% 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.