Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SHEPHERDS SPRING MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
429
Total Quantity
19.5K
NHS Cost
£12.0K
vs National Avg
+66.1%
SHEPHERDS SPRING MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 429 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,988 to the NHS. This is 66.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 429 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,496 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,988 |
| Presentations | 27 different forms |
| vs National Average | +66.1% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 429 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +66.1% 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.