Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at GP AT HAND
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
3,799
Total Quantity
176.5K
NHS Cost
£126.7K
vs National Avg
+1371%
GP AT HAND prescribed 3,799 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £126,711 to the NHS. This is 1371% above 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
392
Jun 2026
351
Jun 2026
363
Jun 2026
311
Jun 2026
319
Jun 2026
332
Jun 2026
297
Jun 2026
257
Jun 2026
298
Jun 2026
271
Jun 2026
308
Jun 2026
300
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,799 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 176,548 |
| Total NHS Cost | £126,711 |
| Presentations | 53 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1371% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,799 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +1371% 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.