Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at NEEDHAM MARKET COUNTRY PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)
293
Total Quantity
12.3K
NHS Cost
£9.5K
vs National Avg
+13.5%

NEEDHAM MARKET COUNTRY PRACTICE prescribed 293 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,509 to the NHS. This is 13.5% 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
34
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
12

Prescribing Details

Total Items293
Total Quantity12,320
Total NHS Cost£9,509
Presentations25 different forms
vs National Average+13.5%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice293 items
National average per practice258 items
Difference+13.5% vs national average
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.