Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at PRESTON CAMHS
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,714
Total Quantity
53.4K
NHS Cost
£45.3K
vs National Avg
+563.7%
PRESTON CAMHS prescribed 1,714 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £45,350 to the NHS. This is 563.7% 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
117
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
134
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
152
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
134
Jun 2026
183
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
146
Jun 2026
174
Jun 2026
144
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,714 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 53,364 |
| Total NHS Cost | £45,350 |
| Presentations | 41 different forms |
| vs National Average | +563.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,714 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +563.7% 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.