Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at PLEASLEY SURGERY

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

120

Total Quantity

3,742

NHS Cost

£3.4K

vs National Avg

-53.5%

PLEASLEY SURGERY prescribed 120 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,417 to the NHS. This is 53.5% below 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	120
Total Quantity	3,742
Total NHS Cost	£3,417
Presentations	28 different forms
vs National Average	-53.5%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	120 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	-53.5% 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.