Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at PRIMROSE SURGERY

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)
410
Total Quantity
12.1K
NHS Cost
£12.4K
vs National Avg
+58.8%

PRIMROSE SURGERY prescribed 410 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,387 to the NHS. This is 58.8% 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
46
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
36

Prescribing Details

Total Items410
Total Quantity12,127
Total NHS Cost£12,387
Presentations27 different forms
vs National Average+58.8%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice410 items
National average per practice258 items
Difference+58.8% vs national average
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.