Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at NORTHGATE MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
496
Total Quantity
19.4K
NHS Cost
£14.1K
vs National Avg
+92.1%
NORTHGATE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 496 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,076 to the NHS. This is 92.1% 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
43
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 496 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,447 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,076 |
| Presentations | 44 different forms |
| vs National Average | +92.1% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 496 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +92.1% 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.