Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at HEREFORD MEDICAL GROUP
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,266
Total Quantity
43.7K
NHS Cost
£35.3K
vs National Avg
+390.2%
HEREFORD MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 1,266 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £35,260 to the NHS. This is 390.2% 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
117
Jul 2026
112
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
91
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,266 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,741 |
| Total NHS Cost | £35,260 |
| Presentations | 40 different forms |
| vs National Average | +390.2% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,266 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +390.2% 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.