Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at PSYCHIATRY-UK
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
5,168
Total Quantity
145.9K
NHS Cost
£113.8K
vs National Avg
+1901.1%
PSYCHIATRY-UK prescribed 5,168 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £113,757 to the NHS. This is 1901.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
306
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
287
Jul 2026
383
Jul 2026
409
Jul 2026
486
Jul 2026
520
Jul 2026
499
Jul 2026
598
Jul 2026
470
Jul 2026
582
Jul 2026
379
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 5,168 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 145,914 |
| Total NHS Cost | £113,757 |
| Presentations | 41 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1901.1% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 5,168 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +1901.1% 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.