Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at RIVER DARENT MEDICAL GROUP
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
490
Total Quantity
18.1K
NHS Cost
£15.2K
vs National Avg
+89.7%
RIVER DARENT MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 490 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,211 to the NHS. This is 89.7% 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
31
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 490 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,086 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,211 |
| Presentations | 34 different forms |
| vs National Average | +89.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 490 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +89.7% 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.