Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at NORTHWAY MEDICAL CENTRE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

156

Total Quantity

5,059

NHS Cost

£4.5K

vs National Avg

-39.6%

NORTHWAY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 156 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,465 to the NHS. This is 39.6% 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	156
Total Quantity	5,059
Total NHS Cost	£4,465
Presentations	27 different forms
vs National Average	-39.6%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	156 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	-39.6% 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.