Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,024
Total Quantity
39.7K
NHS Cost
£22.3K
vs National Avg
+296.5%
PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,024 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £22,268 to the NHS. This is 296.5% 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
102
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,024 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,728 |
| Total NHS Cost | £22,268 |
| Presentations | 49 different forms |
| vs National Average | +296.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,024 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +296.5% 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.