Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE RIDGEWAY SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
281
Total Quantity
11.7K
NHS Cost
£11.5K
vs National Avg
+8.8%
THE RIDGEWAY SURGERY prescribed 281 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,496 to the NHS. This is 8.8% 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
24
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 281 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,721 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,496 |
| Presentations | 28 different forms |
| vs National Average | +8.8% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 281 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +8.8% 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.