Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
515
Total Quantity
23.9K
NHS Cost
£14.0K
vs National Avg
+99.4%
THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 515 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,033 to the NHS. This is 99.4% 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
35
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 515 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,887 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,033 |
| Presentations | 35 different forms |
| vs National Average | +99.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 515 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +99.4% 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.