Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LAKESIDE MEDICAL
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
464
Total Quantity
17.2K
NHS Cost
£18.3K
vs National Avg
+79.7%
LAKESIDE MEDICAL prescribed 464 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,281 to the NHS. This is 79.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 464 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,171 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,281 |
| Presentations | 30 different forms |
| vs National Average | +79.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 464 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +79.7% 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.