Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LINKS MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
293
Total Quantity
14.7K
NHS Cost
£10.2K
vs National Avg
+13.5%
LINKS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 293 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,202 to the NHS. This is 13.5% 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
25
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 293 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,716 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,202 |
| Presentations | 28 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 293 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +13.5% 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.