Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at GP DIRECT
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
302
Total Quantity
15.8K
NHS Cost
£12.7K
vs National Avg
+16.9%
GP DIRECT prescribed 302 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,682 to the NHS. This is 16.9% 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
26
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 302 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,794 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,682 |
| Presentations | 34 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.9% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 302 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +16.9% 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.