Valproic acid Prescribing at BIDEFORD MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
162
Total Quantity
6,780
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+86.2%
BIDEFORD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 162 items of Valproic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,152 to the NHS. This is 86.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Valproic acid is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 162 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,780 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,152 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +86.2% |
Valproic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 162 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 87 items |
| Difference | +86.2% 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.