Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SARUM HEALTH GROUP
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
340
Total Quantity
15.4K
NHS Cost
£8.5K
vs National Avg
+31.6%
SARUM HEALTH GROUP prescribed 340 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,532 to the NHS. This is 31.6% 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
27
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 340 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,392 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,532 |
| Presentations | 29 different forms |
| vs National Average | +31.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 340 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +31.6% 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.