Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SOMER VALLEY MEDICAL GROUP
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
595
Total Quantity
25.0K
NHS Cost
£15.8K
vs National Avg
+130.4%
SOMER VALLEY MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 595 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £15,754 to the NHS. This is 130.4% 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
53
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 595 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,046 |
| Total NHS Cost | £15,754 |
| Presentations | 38 different forms |
| vs National Average | +130.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 595 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +130.4% 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.