Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE MEADS MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,050
Total Quantity
42.5K
NHS Cost
£46.1K
vs National Avg
+306.6%
THE MEADS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,050 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £46,126 to the NHS. This is 306.6% 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
84
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
87
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,050 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 42,527 |
| Total NHS Cost | £46,126 |
| Presentations | 35 different forms |
| vs National Average | +306.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,050 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +306.6% 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.