Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at RDASH NTH LINCS COMMUNITY MH SERVICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
595
Total Quantity
27.8K
NHS Cost
£17.4K
vs National Avg
+130.4%
RDASH NTH LINCS COMMUNITY MH SERVICE prescribed 595 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,400 to the NHS. This is 130.4% 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
50
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 595 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,834 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,400 |
| Presentations | 28 different forms |
| vs National Average | +130.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 595 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +130.4% 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.