Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE FRESHFORD PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
411
Total Quantity
14.5K
NHS Cost
£9.7K
vs National Avg
+59.1%
THE FRESHFORD PRACTICE prescribed 411 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,702 to the NHS. This is 59.1% 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
74
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 411 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,482 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,702 |
| Presentations | 28 different forms |
| vs National Average | +59.1% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 411 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +59.1% 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.