Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at VEL SURGERY

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

1,172

Total Quantity

49.7K

NHS Cost

£45.6K

vs National Avg

+353.8%

VEL SURGERY prescribed 1,172 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £45,576 to the NHS. This is 353.8% 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

115

Jun 2026

109

Jun 2026

107

Jun 2026

100

Jun 2026

103

Jun 2026

105

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,172
Total Quantity	49,718
Total NHS Cost	£45,576
Presentations	47 different forms
vs National Average	+353.8%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,172 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	+353.8% 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.