Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LAUNCESTON CLOSE SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
359
Total Quantity
15.8K
NHS Cost
£9.2K
vs National Avg
+39%
LAUNCESTON CLOSE SURGERY prescribed 359 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,195 to the NHS. This is 39% 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
43
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 359 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,836 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,195 |
| Presentations | 29 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 359 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +39% 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.