Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SUNLIGHT GROUP PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
2,216
Total Quantity
95.6K
NHS Cost
£61.3K
vs National Avg
+758%
SUNLIGHT GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 2,216 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £61,307 to the NHS. This is 758% above 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
205
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
129
Jun 2026
172
Jun 2026
186
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
185
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,216 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 95,578 |
| Total NHS Cost | £61,307 |
| Presentations | 46 different forms |
| vs National Average | +758% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,216 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +758% 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.