Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LONGTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
78
Total Quantity
2,699
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
-69.8%
LONGTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 78 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,406 to the NHS. This is 69.8% 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
22
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 78 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,699 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,406 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | -69.8% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 78 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -69.8% 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.