Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LINCOLNSHIRE ADHD SERVICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
5,009
Total Quantity
187.3K
NHS Cost
£164.2K
vs National Avg
+1839.5%
LINCOLNSHIRE ADHD SERVICE prescribed 5,009 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £164,168 to the NHS. This is 1839.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
407
Jul 2026
463
Jul 2026
438
Jul 2026
468
Jul 2026
456
Jul 2026
435
Jul 2026
422
Jul 2026
380
Jul 2026
399
Jul 2026
403
Jul 2026
415
Jul 2026
323
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 5,009 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 187,265 |
| Total NHS Cost | £164,168 |
| Presentations | 58 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1839.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 5,009 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +1839.5% 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.