Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at NORTHUMBERLAND HOUSE SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
667
Total Quantity
23.9K
NHS Cost
£22.5K
vs National Avg
+158.3%
NORTHUMBERLAND HOUSE SURGERY prescribed 667 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £22,484 to the NHS. This is 158.3% 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
63
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
59
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 667 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,938 |
| Total NHS Cost | £22,484 |
| Presentations | 33 different forms |
| vs National Average | +158.3% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 667 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +158.3% 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.