Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at WOOTTON VALE AND SHORTSTOWN SURGERY
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
606
Total Quantity
25.1K
NHS Cost
£19.3K
vs National Avg
+134.6%
WOOTTON VALE AND SHORTSTOWN SURGERY prescribed 606 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,317 to the NHS. This is 134.6% 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
62
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 606 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,065 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,317 |
| Presentations | 32 different forms |
| vs National Average | +134.6% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 606 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +134.6% 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.