Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at PENSHURST GARDENS SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
590
Total Quantity
25.0K
NHS Cost
£20.1K
vs National Avg
+128.5%
PENSHURST GARDENS SURGERY prescribed 590 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £20,144 to the NHS. This is 128.5% 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
50
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 590 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,998 |
| Total NHS Cost | £20,144 |
| Presentations | 28 different forms |
| vs National Average | +128.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 590 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +128.5% 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.