Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE LAURELS SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
453
Total Quantity
16.3K
NHS Cost
£12.9K
vs National Avg
+75.4%
THE LAURELS SURGERY prescribed 453 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,855 to the NHS. This is 75.4% 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
46
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 453 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,306 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,855 |
| Presentations | 37 different forms |
| vs National Average | +75.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 453 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +75.4% 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.