Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at HOUGHTON CLOSE SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
747
Total Quantity
30.7K
NHS Cost
£21.5K
vs National Avg
+189.2%
HOUGHTON CLOSE SURGERY prescribed 747 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £21,469 to the NHS. This is 189.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 747 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,690 |
| Total NHS Cost | £21,469 |
| Presentations | 40 different forms |
| vs National Average | +189.2% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 747 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +189.2% 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.