Melatonin Prescribing at ALTON PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

4,380

NHS Cost

£948

vs National Avg

-76.5%

ALTON PRACTICE prescribed 78 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £948 to the NHS. This is 76.5% 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	78
Total Quantity	4,380
Total NHS Cost	£948
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-76.5%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	78 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-76.5% 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.