Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at MEADOWSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
628
Total Quantity
22.5K
NHS Cost
£19.8K
vs National Avg
+143.2%
MEADOWSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 628 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,769 to the NHS. This is 143.2% 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
48
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 628 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,488 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,769 |
| Presentations | 33 different forms |
| vs National Average | +143.2% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 628 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +143.2% 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.