Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SILVERDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

443

Total Quantity

15.5K

NHS Cost

£16.4K

vs National Avg

+71.5%

SILVERDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 443 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,390 to the NHS. This is 71.5% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	443
Total Quantity	15,500
Total NHS Cost	£16,390
Presentations	30 different forms
vs National Average	+71.5%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	443 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	+71.5% 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.