Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE BIRCHWOOD PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
221
Total Quantity
8,620
NHS Cost
£8.1K
vs National Avg
-14.4%
THE BIRCHWOOD PRACTICE prescribed 221 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,100 to the NHS. This is 14.4% 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
26
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 221 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,620 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,100 |
| Presentations | 27 different forms |
| vs National Average | -14.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 221 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -14.4% 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.