Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at DIDSBURY MEDICAL CENTRE - DR WHITAKER
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
490
Total Quantity
21.0K
NHS Cost
£19.9K
vs National Avg
+89.7%
DIDSBURY MEDICAL CENTRE - DR WHITAKER prescribed 490 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,861 to the NHS. This is 89.7% 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
44
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 490 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,003 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,861 |
| Presentations | 32 different forms |
| vs National Average | +89.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 490 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +89.7% 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.