Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at RDASH CAMHS
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
5,943
Total Quantity
215.7K
NHS Cost
£139.5K
vs National Avg
+2201.2%
RDASH CAMHS prescribed 5,943 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £139,462 to the NHS. This is 2201.2% 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
442
Jun 2026
380
Jun 2026
382
Jun 2026
400
Jun 2026
467
Jun 2026
546
Jun 2026
571
Jun 2026
528
Jun 2026
591
Jun 2026
543
Jun 2026
592
Jun 2026
501
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 5,943 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 215,740 |
| Total NHS Cost | £139,462 |
| Presentations | 63 different forms |
| vs National Average | +2201.2% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 5,943 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +2201.2% 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.