Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at PSICON
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,954
Total Quantity
72.4K
NHS Cost
£63.5K
vs National Avg
+656.6%
PSICON prescribed 1,954 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £63,487 to the NHS. This is 656.6% 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
147
Jun 2026
147
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
206
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
181
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,954 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 72,399 |
| Total NHS Cost | £63,487 |
| Presentations | 43 different forms |
| vs National Average | +656.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,954 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +656.6% 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.