Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at GILLINGHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
438
Total Quantity
16.9K
NHS Cost
£16.6K
vs National Avg
+69.6%
GILLINGHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 438 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,588 to the NHS. This is 69.6% 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
38
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 438 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,850 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,588 |
| Presentations | 31 different forms |
| vs National Average | +69.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 438 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +69.6% 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.