Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SANDWICH MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

146

Total Quantity

6,842

NHS Cost

£6.4K

vs National Avg

-43.5%

SANDWICH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 146 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,395 to the NHS. This is 43.5% below 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	146
Total Quantity	6,842
Total NHS Cost	£6,395
Presentations	14 different forms
vs National Average	-43.5%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	146 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	-43.5% 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.