Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
262
Total Quantity
10.3K
NHS Cost
£8.6K
vs National Avg
+1.4%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 262 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,627 to the NHS. This is 1.4% 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
28
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 262 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,324 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,627 |
| Presentations | 30 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 262 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +1.4% 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.