Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at RIVERPORT MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
274
Total Quantity
8,802
NHS Cost
£6.5K
vs National Avg
+6.1%
RIVERPORT MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 274 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,481 to the NHS. This is 6.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 274 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,802 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,481 |
| Presentations | 28 different forms |
| vs National Average | +6.1% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 274 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +6.1% vs national average |
Explore More
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.