Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at HIGHGATE GROUP PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
459
Total Quantity
22.3K
NHS Cost
£19.8K
vs National Avg
+77.7%
HIGHGATE GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 459 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,791 to the NHS. This is 77.7% 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
32
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 459 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,288 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,791 |
| Presentations | 36 different forms |
| vs National Average | +77.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 459 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +77.7% 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.