Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LPT CAMHS
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,742
Total Quantity
67.8K
NHS Cost
£48.8K
vs National Avg
+574.5%
LPT CAMHS prescribed 1,742 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £48,798 to the NHS. This is 574.5% 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
169
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
147
Jun 2026
134
Jun 2026
150
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
142
Jun 2026
171
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
132
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,742 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 67,817 |
| Total NHS Cost | £48,798 |
| Presentations | 50 different forms |
| vs National Average | +574.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,742 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +574.5% 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.