Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at HERSCHEL MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
546
Total Quantity
11.8K
NHS Cost
£10.2K
vs National Avg
+111.4%
HERSCHEL MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 546 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,220 to the NHS. This is 111.4% 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
39
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 546 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,841 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,220 |
| Presentations | 31 different forms |
| vs National Average | +111.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 546 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +111.4% 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.