Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SOMERCOTES MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
244
Total Quantity
8,026
NHS Cost
£8.0K
vs National Avg
-5.5%
SOMERCOTES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 244 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,038 to the NHS. This is 5.5% below 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
14
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 244 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,026 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,038 |
| Presentations | 26 different forms |
| vs National Average | -5.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 244 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -5.5% 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.