Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at RIVERSIDE HEALTH CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
496
Total Quantity
19.1K
NHS Cost
£16.3K
vs National Avg
+92.1%
RIVERSIDE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 496 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,298 to the NHS. This is 92.1% 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
42
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 496 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,064 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,298 |
| Presentations | 46 different forms |
| vs National Average | +92.1% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 496 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +92.1% 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.