Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE HANDBRIDGE MED.CTR.
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
431
Total Quantity
16.5K
NHS Cost
£14.1K
vs National Avg
+66.9%
THE HANDBRIDGE MED.CTR. prescribed 431 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,086 to the NHS. This is 66.9% 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
40
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 431 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,498 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,086 |
| Presentations | 33 different forms |
| vs National Average | +66.9% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 431 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +66.9% 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.