Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at WENSUM VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
466
Total Quantity
17.6K
NHS Cost
£14.6K
vs National Avg
+80.4%
WENSUM VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 466 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,575 to the NHS. This is 80.4% 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
43
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 466 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,590 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,575 |
| Presentations | 45 different forms |
| vs National Average | +80.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 466 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +80.4% 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.