Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at HEATHFIELDE MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
590
Total Quantity
22.5K
NHS Cost
£17.1K
vs National Avg
+128.5%
HEATHFIELDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 590 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,054 to the NHS. This is 128.5% 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
38
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 590 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,464 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,054 |
| Presentations | 28 different forms |
| vs National Average | +128.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 590 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +128.5% 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.