Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at UPPER EDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

127

Total Quantity

5,576

NHS Cost

£4.4K

vs National Avg

-50.8%

UPPER EDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 127 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,441 to the NHS. This is 50.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	127
Total Quantity	5,576
Total NHS Cost	£4,441
Presentations	20 different forms
vs National Average	-50.8%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	127 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	-50.8% 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.