Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at GORTON MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
205
Total Quantity
8,845
NHS Cost
£8.6K
vs National Avg
-20.6%
GORTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 205 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,598 to the NHS. This is 20.6% below 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
19
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 205 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,845 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,598 |
| Presentations | 22 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 205 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -20.6% 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.