Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at OLD CATTON MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

229

Total Quantity

8,079

NHS Cost

£7.9K

vs National Avg

-11.3%

OLD CATTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 229 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,948 to the NHS. This is 11.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	229
Total Quantity	8,079
Total NHS Cost	£7,948
Presentations	31 different forms
vs National Average	-11.3%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	229 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	-11.3% 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.