Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at HEARTWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
360
Total Quantity
12.0K
NHS Cost
£10.0K
vs National Avg
+39.4%
HEARTWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 360 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,040 to the NHS. This is 39.4% 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
32
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
30
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 360 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,974 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,040 |
| Presentations | 39 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 360 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +39.4% 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.