Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at DRONFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

240

Total Quantity

8,501

NHS Cost

£7.4K

vs National Avg

-7.1%

DRONFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 240 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,422 to the NHS. This is 7.1% below 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	240
Total Quantity	8,501
Total NHS Cost	£7,422
Presentations	32 different forms
vs National Average	-7.1%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	240 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	-7.1% 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.