Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at HALTON COMMUNITY PAEDIATRIC SERVICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
5,906
Total Quantity
232.3K
NHS Cost
£161.0K
vs National Avg
+2186.8%
HALTON COMMUNITY PAEDIATRIC SERVICE prescribed 5,906 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £160,969 to the NHS. This is 2186.8% 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
493
Jul 2026
481
Jul 2026
486
Jul 2026
429
Jul 2026
507
Jul 2026
523
Jul 2026
488
Jul 2026
520
Jul 2026
551
Jul 2026
455
Jul 2026
516
Jul 2026
457
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 5,906 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 232,267 |
| Total NHS Cost | £160,969 |
| Presentations | 52 different forms |
| vs National Average | +2186.8% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 5,906 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +2186.8% 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.