Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at THOMAS WALKER WESTGATE HEALTHCARE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
303
Total Quantity
13.3K
NHS Cost
£9.6K
vs National Avg
+17.3%
THOMAS WALKER WESTGATE HEALTHCARE prescribed 303 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,587 to the NHS. This is 17.3% 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
32
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 303 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,283 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,587 |
| Presentations | 29 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.3% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 303 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +17.3% 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.