Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at STANHOPE SURGERY

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

162

Total Quantity

5,728

NHS Cost

£6.1K

vs National Avg

-37.3%

STANHOPE SURGERY prescribed 162 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,111 to the NHS. This is 37.3% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	162
Total Quantity	5,728
Total NHS Cost	£6,111
Presentations	28 different forms
vs National Average	-37.3%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	162 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	-37.3% 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.