Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at MCH CHILDREN'S SERVICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,045
Total Quantity
42.7K
NHS Cost
£29.2K
vs National Avg
+304.6%
MCH CHILDREN'S SERVICE prescribed 1,045 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £29,150 to the NHS. This is 304.6% 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
75
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
90
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,045 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 42,739 |
| Total NHS Cost | £29,150 |
| Presentations | 41 different forms |
| vs National Average | +304.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,045 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +304.6% 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.