Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at FORDINGTON SURGERY

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

404

Total Quantity

15.2K

NHS Cost

£10.2K

vs National Avg

+56.4%

FORDINGTON SURGERY prescribed 404 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,172 to the NHS. This is 56.4% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	404
Total Quantity	15,204
Total NHS Cost	£10,172
Presentations	40 different forms
vs National Average	+56.4%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	404 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	+56.4% 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.