Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE SMETHWICK MEDICAL CENTRE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
220
Total Quantity
9,433
NHS Cost
£7.1K
vs National Avg
-14.8%
THE SMETHWICK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 220 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,080 to the NHS. This is 14.8% below 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
20
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 220 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,433 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,080 |
| Presentations | 21 different forms |
| vs National Average | -14.8% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 220 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -14.8% 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.