Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE KEY MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

321

Total Quantity

17.2K

NHS Cost

£10.0K

vs National Avg

+24.3%

THE KEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 321 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,002 to the NHS. This is 24.3% 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	321
Total Quantity	17,218
Total NHS Cost	£10,002
Presentations	33 different forms
vs National Average	+24.3%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	321 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	+24.3% 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.