Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at WHEATFIELD SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
479
Total Quantity
16.1K
NHS Cost
£12.8K
vs National Avg
+85.5%
WHEATFIELD SURGERY prescribed 479 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,806 to the NHS. This is 85.5% 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
52
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 479 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,066 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,806 |
| Presentations | 29 different forms |
| vs National Average | +85.5% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 479 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +85.5% 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.