Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at POOLE TOWN SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
141
Total Quantity
5,682
NHS Cost
£5.4K
vs National Avg
-45.4%
POOLE TOWN SURGERY prescribed 141 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,407 to the NHS. This is 45.4% 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
10
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 141 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,682 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,407 |
| Presentations | 27 different forms |
| vs National Average | -45.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 141 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -45.4% 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.