Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing at WORCESTERSHIRE COMMUNITY PAEDIATRICS
CNS stimulants and drugs used for ADHD | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
794
Total Quantity
26.3K
NHS Cost
£22.2K
vs National Avg
+207.4%
WORCESTERSHIRE COMMUNITY PAEDIATRICS prescribed 794 items of Methylphenidate hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £22,225 to the NHS. This is 207.4% 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
83
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
90
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 794 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,330 |
| Total NHS Cost | £22,225 |
| Presentations | 43 different forms |
| vs National Average | +207.4% |
Methylphenidate hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 794 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 258 items |
| Difference | +207.4% 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.