Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at PORCH SURGERY

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

277

Total Quantity

9,362

NHS Cost

£9.0K

vs National Avg

+7.3%

PORCH SURGERY prescribed 277 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,013 to the NHS. This is 7.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	277
Total Quantity	9,362
Total NHS Cost	£9,013
Presentations	34 different forms
vs National Average	+7.3%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	277 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	+7.3% 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.