Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at FIRDALE MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
426
Total Quantity
15.6K
NHS Cost
£12.5K
vs National Avg
+64.9%
FIRDALE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 426 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,502 to the NHS. This is 64.9% 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
42
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 426 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,567 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,502 |
| Presentations | 36 different forms |
| vs National Average | +64.9% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 426 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +64.9% 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.