Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at HANDFORTH HEALTH CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
457
Total Quantity
13.4K
NHS Cost
£13.3K
vs National Avg
+77%
HANDFORTH HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 457 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,326 to the NHS. This is 77% 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
40
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 457 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,425 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,326 |
| Presentations | 30 different forms |
| vs National Average | +77% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 457 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +77% 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.