Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SWALLOWFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
541
Total Quantity
20.4K
NHS Cost
£17.7K
vs National Avg
+109.5%
SWALLOWFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 541 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,667 to the NHS. This is 109.5% 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
47
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 541 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,377 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,667 |
| Presentations | 37 different forms |
| vs National Average | +109.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 541 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +109.5% 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.