Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at UNITY HEALTH
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
593
Total Quantity
23.9K
NHS Cost
£21.1K
vs National Avg
+129.6%
UNITY HEALTH prescribed 593 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £21,081 to the NHS. This is 129.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 593 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,925 |
| Total NHS Cost | £21,081 |
| Presentations | 40 different forms |
| vs National Average | +129.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 593 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +129.6% 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.