Melatonin Prescribing at ACORN MEDICAL CENTRE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

157

Total Quantity

9,028

NHS Cost

£2.5K

vs National Avg

-52.8%

ACORN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 157 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,455 to the NHS. This is 52.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	157
Total Quantity	9,028
Total NHS Cost	£2,455
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	-52.8%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	157 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-52.8% 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.