Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LION HEALTH
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
861
Total Quantity
36.6K
NHS Cost
£29.4K
vs National Avg
+233.4%
LION HEALTH prescribed 861 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £29,362 to the NHS. This is 233.4% 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
65
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
94
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 861 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 36,590 |
| Total NHS Cost | £29,362 |
| Presentations | 37 different forms |
| vs National Average | +233.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 861 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +233.4% 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.