Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at ORCHARD SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
267
Total Quantity
15.4K
NHS Cost
£9.6K
vs National Avg
+3.4%
ORCHARD SURGERY prescribed 267 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,634 to the NHS. This is 3.4% above 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
20
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 267 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,429 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,634 |
| Presentations | 35 different forms |
| vs National Average | +3.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 267 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +3.4% 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.