Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THE WESTWOOD SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
190
Total Quantity
6,867
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
-26.4%
THE WESTWOOD SURGERY prescribed 190 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,088 to the NHS. This is 26.4% 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
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 190 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,867 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,088 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | -26.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 190 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | -26.4% 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.