Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE LONSDALE MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
587
Total Quantity
23.2K
NHS Cost
£20.9K
vs National Avg
+127.3%
THE LONSDALE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 587 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £20,855 to the NHS. This is 127.3% 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
42
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 587 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,225 |
| Total NHS Cost | £20,855 |
| Presentations | 30 different forms |
| vs National Average | +127.3% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 587 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +127.3% 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.