Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at DUKE MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
339
Total Quantity
11.8K
NHS Cost
£12.4K
vs National Avg
+31.3%
DUKE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 339 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,432 to the NHS. This is 31.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 339 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,847 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,432 |
| Presentations | 34 different forms |
| vs National Average | +31.3% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 339 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +31.3% 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.