Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LINDEN MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
347
Total Quantity
12.9K
NHS Cost
£12.6K
vs National Avg
+34.4%
LINDEN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 347 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,560 to the NHS. This is 34.4% 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
30
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 347 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,867 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,560 |
| Presentations | 34 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 347 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +34.4% 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.