Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at GPS HEALTHCARE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
448
Total Quantity
24.7K
NHS Cost
£15.9K
vs National Avg
+73.5%
GPS HEALTHCARE prescribed 448 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,857 to the NHS. This is 73.5% 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
46
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 448 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,674 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,857 |
| Presentations | 36 different forms |
| vs National Average | +73.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 448 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +73.5% 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.