Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at HOUGHTON REGIS MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
482
Total Quantity
18.4K
NHS Cost
£16.2K
vs National Avg
+86.6%
HOUGHTON REGIS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 482 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,172 to the NHS. This is 86.6% 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
38
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 482 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,359 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,172 |
| Presentations | 25 different forms |
| vs National Average | +86.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 482 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +86.6% 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.