Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at ORCHARD FAMILY PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
294
Total Quantity
12.2K
NHS Cost
£11.7K
vs National Avg
+13.8%
ORCHARD FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 294 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,668 to the NHS. This is 13.8% 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
26
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 294 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,154 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,668 |
| Presentations | 28 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.8% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 294 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +13.8% 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.