Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LEN VALLEY PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

443

Total Quantity

16.7K

NHS Cost

£13.7K

vs National Avg

+71.5%

LEN VALLEY PRACTICE prescribed 443 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,662 to the NHS. This is 71.5% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	443
Total Quantity	16,672
Total NHS Cost	£13,662
Presentations	29 different forms
vs National Average	+71.5%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	443 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	+71.5% 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.