Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at DOWNS WAY MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)
711
Total Quantity
21.1K
NHS Cost
£20.8K
vs National Avg
+175.3%

DOWNS WAY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 711 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £20,800 to the NHS. This is 175.3% 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
52
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
63

Prescribing Details

Total Items711
Total Quantity21,096
Total NHS Cost£20,800
Presentations35 different forms
vs National Average+175.3%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice711 items
National average per practice258 items
Difference+175.3% vs national average
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.