Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at LPT CHILDREN'S ND SERVICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,958
Total Quantity
64.6K
NHS Cost
£55.6K
vs National Avg
+658.1%
LPT CHILDREN'S ND SERVICE prescribed 1,958 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £55,640 to the NHS. This is 658.1% 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
144
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
305
Jul 2026
262
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,958 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,615 |
| Total NHS Cost | £55,640 |
| Presentations | 46 different forms |
| vs National Average | +658.1% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,958 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +658.1% 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.