Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at GREAT OAKLEY MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
690
Total Quantity
22.6K
NHS Cost
£20.0K
vs National Avg
+167.2%
GREAT OAKLEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 690 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £20,018 to the NHS. This is 167.2% 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
61
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 690 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,622 |
| Total NHS Cost | £20,018 |
| Presentations | 40 different forms |
| vs National Average | +167.2% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 690 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +167.2% 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.