Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE HORSLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

461

Total Quantity

16.4K

NHS Cost

£16.1K

vs National Avg

+78.5%

THE HORSLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 461 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,065 to the NHS. This is 78.5% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	461
Total Quantity	16,385
Total NHS Cost	£16,065
Presentations	35 different forms
vs National Average	+78.5%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	461 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	+78.5% 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.