Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at POUNDBURY DOCTORS SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
478
Total Quantity
17.9K
NHS Cost
£14.9K
vs National Avg
+85.1%
POUNDBURY DOCTORS SURGERY prescribed 478 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,894 to the NHS. This is 85.1% 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
43
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 478 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,927 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,894 |
| Presentations | 39 different forms |
| vs National Average | +85.1% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 478 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +85.1% 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.