Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at NEWTON HEATH MEDICAL CENTRE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

149

Total Quantity

7,210

NHS Cost

£5.6K

vs National Avg

-42.3%

NEWTON HEATH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 149 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,648 to the NHS. This is 42.3% below 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	149
Total Quantity	7,210
Total NHS Cost	£5,648
Presentations	14 different forms
vs National Average	-42.3%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	149 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	-42.3% 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.