Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at ST JAMES MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
453
Total Quantity
18.2K
NHS Cost
£18.4K
vs National Avg
+75.4%
ST JAMES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 453 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,377 to the NHS. This is 75.4% 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
30
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 453 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,239 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,377 |
| Presentations | 39 different forms |
| vs National Average | +75.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 453 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +75.4% 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.