Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at PAXTON MEDICAL GROUP
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
2,684
Total Quantity
114.8K
NHS Cost
£79.2K
vs National Avg
+939.3%
PAXTON MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 2,684 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £79,206 to the NHS. This is 939.3% 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
237
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
255
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
219
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,684 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 114,785 |
| Total NHS Cost | £79,206 |
| Presentations | 41 different forms |
| vs National Average | +939.3% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,684 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +939.3% 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.