Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at OVERDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
418
Total Quantity
13.1K
NHS Cost
£11.4K
vs National Avg
+61.9%
OVERDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 418 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,430 to the NHS. This is 61.9% 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
40
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 418 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,055 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,430 |
| Presentations | 33 different forms |
| vs National Average | +61.9% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 418 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +61.9% 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.