Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at MEOPHAM MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
477
Total Quantity
16.0K
NHS Cost
£13.9K
vs National Avg
+84.7%
MEOPHAM MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 477 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,897 to the NHS. This is 84.7% 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
49
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 477 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,043 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,897 |
| Presentations | 32 different forms |
| vs National Average | +84.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 477 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +84.7% 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.