Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LENSFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
499
Total Quantity
22.9K
NHS Cost
£17.7K
vs National Avg
+93.2%
LENSFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 499 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,744 to the NHS. This is 93.2% 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
37
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 499 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,932 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,744 |
| Presentations | 32 different forms |
| vs National Average | +93.2% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 499 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +93.2% 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.