Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SHAWBIRCH MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
467
Total Quantity
23.9K
NHS Cost
£17.1K
vs National Avg
+80.8%
SHAWBIRCH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 467 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,093 to the NHS. This is 80.8% 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
33
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 467 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,920 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,093 |
| Presentations | 33 different forms |
| vs National Average | +80.8% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 467 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +80.8% 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.