Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SHEVINGTON SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
418
Total Quantity
13.6K
NHS Cost
£13.4K
vs National Avg
+61.9%
SHEVINGTON SURGERY prescribed 418 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,357 to the NHS. This is 61.9% 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
55
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 418 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,570 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,357 |
| Presentations | 21 different forms |
| vs National Average | +61.9% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 418 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +61.9% 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.