Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SOMERSET PARTNERSHIP
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
289
Total Quantity
8,685
NHS Cost
£8.6K
vs National Avg
+11.9%
SOMERSET PARTNERSHIP prescribed 289 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,631 to the NHS. This is 11.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 289 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,685 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,631 |
| Presentations | 43 different forms |
| vs National Average | +11.9% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 289 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +11.9% 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.