Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at FROME VALLEY MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
535
Total Quantity
20.7K
NHS Cost
£16.1K
vs National Avg
+107.2%
FROME VALLEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 535 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,063 to the NHS. This is 107.2% 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
50
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 535 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,708 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,063 |
| Presentations | 32 different forms |
| vs National Average | +107.2% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 535 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +107.2% 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.