Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SHOTFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
255
Total Quantity
11.9K
NHS Cost
£7.0K
vs National Avg
-1.3%
SHOTFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 255 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,000 to the NHS. This is 1.3% 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
24
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 255 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,908 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,000 |
| Presentations | 25 different forms |
| vs National Average | -1.3% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 255 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -1.3% 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.