Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at ORCHARD PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
144
Total Quantity
4,774
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
-44.2%
ORCHARD PRACTICE prescribed 144 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,852 to the NHS. This is 44.2% 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
13
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 144 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,774 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,852 |
| Presentations | 23 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44.2% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 144 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -44.2% 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.