Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at MIRIAM PRIMARY CARE GROUP
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
2,770
Total Quantity
120.8K
NHS Cost
£85.5K
vs National Avg
+972.6%
MIRIAM PRIMARY CARE GROUP prescribed 2,770 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £85,483 to the NHS. This is 972.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
268
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
252
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
258
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
214
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,770 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 120,792 |
| Total NHS Cost | £85,483 |
| Presentations | 44 different forms |
| vs National Average | +972.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,770 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +972.6% 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.