Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at DR LOCAL CARE DIRECT OOH

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)
65
Total Quantity
509
NHS Cost
£429
vs National Avg
-74.8%

DR LOCAL CARE DIRECT OOH prescribed 65 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £429 to the NHS. This is 74.8% below 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
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6

Prescribing Details

Total Items65
Total Quantity509
Total NHS Cost£429
Presentations23 different forms
vs National Average-74.8%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice65 items
National average per practice258 items
Difference-74.8% 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.