Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at SWANSCOMBE HEALTH CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,603
Total Quantity
56.4K
NHS Cost
£47.1K
vs National Avg
+520.7%
SWANSCOMBE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,603 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £47,050 to the NHS. This is 520.7% 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
159
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
124
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,603 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 56,370 |
| Total NHS Cost | £47,050 |
| Presentations | 43 different forms |
| vs National Average | +520.7% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,603 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +520.7% 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.