Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at NORTH SWINDON PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

265

Total Quantity

9,938

NHS Cost

£9.4K

vs National Avg

+2.6%

NORTH SWINDON PRACTICE prescribed 265 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,353 to the NHS. This is 2.6% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	265
Total Quantity	9,938
Total NHS Cost	£9,353
Presentations	28 different forms
vs National Average	+2.6%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	265 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	+2.6% 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.