Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LAUNCESTON MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
205
Total Quantity
10.3K
NHS Cost
£7.6K
vs National Avg
-20.6%
LAUNCESTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 205 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,565 to the NHS. This is 20.6% below 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
18
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 205 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,341 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,565 |
| Presentations | 31 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 205 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -20.6% 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.