Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at FORGE CLOSE SURGERY

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

123

Total Quantity

4,304

NHS Cost

£4.5K

vs National Avg

-52.4%

FORGE CLOSE SURGERY prescribed 123 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,489 to the NHS. This is 52.4% 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	123
Total Quantity	4,304
Total NHS Cost	£4,489
Presentations	18 different forms
vs National Average	-52.4%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	123 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	-52.4% 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.