Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at ROYAL PRIMARY CARE CHESTERFIELD
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,182
Total Quantity
49.7K
NHS Cost
£28.7K
vs National Avg
+357.7%
ROYAL PRIMARY CARE CHESTERFIELD prescribed 1,182 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £28,737 to the NHS. This is 357.7% 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
109
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
103
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,182 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 49,740 |
| Total NHS Cost | £28,737 |
| Presentations | 46 different forms |
| vs National Average | +357.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,182 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +357.7% 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.