Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at OTFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
512
Total Quantity
17.9K
NHS Cost
£14.4K
vs National Avg
+98.2%
OTFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 512 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,355 to the NHS. This is 98.2% 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
53
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 512 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,870 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,355 |
| Presentations | 33 different forms |
| vs National Average | +98.2% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 512 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +98.2% 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.