Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
954
Total Quantity
40.0K
NHS Cost
£27.5K
vs National Avg
+269.4%
WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 954 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £27,469 to the NHS. This is 269.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Methylphenidate hydrochloride is classified under CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
87
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 954 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,038 |
| Total NHS Cost | £27,469 |
| Presentations | 36 different forms |
| vs National Average | +269.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 954 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +269.4% 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.