Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE DRIVE SURGERY

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,182

NHS Cost

£2.3K

vs National Avg

-78.3%

THE DRIVE SURGERY prescribed 56 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,335 to the NHS. This is 78.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	56
Total Quantity	2,182
Total NHS Cost	£2,335
Presentations	15 different forms
vs National Average	-78.3%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	56 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	-78.3% 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.