Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LITCHDON MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
241
Total Quantity
12.0K
NHS Cost
£7.4K
vs National Avg
-6.7%
LITCHDON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 241 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,440 to the NHS. This is 6.7% below 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
21
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 241 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,988 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,440 |
| Presentations | 26 different forms |
| vs National Average | -6.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 241 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -6.7% vs national average |
Explore More
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.