Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at MURDISHAW
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
179
Total Quantity
9,429
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
-30.7%
MURDISHAW prescribed 179 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,142 to the NHS. This is 30.7% below 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
17
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 179 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,429 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,142 |
| Presentations | 23 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 179 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -30.7% 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.