Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at WATTON MEDICAL PRACTICE

CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

226

Total Quantity

9,480

NHS Cost

£7.3K

vs National Avg

-12.5%

WATTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 226 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,280 to the NHS. This is 12.5% 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	226
Total Quantity	9,480
Total NHS Cost	£7,280
Presentations	31 different forms
vs National Average	-12.5%

Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	226 items
National average per practice	258 items
Difference	-12.5% 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.