Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at FROME MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
913
Total Quantity
36.2K
NHS Cost
£28.5K
vs National Avg
+253.5%
FROME MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 913 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £28,489 to the NHS. This is 253.5% 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
83
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 913 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 36,165 |
| Total NHS Cost | £28,489 |
| Presentations | 46 different forms |
| vs National Average | +253.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 913 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +253.5% 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.