Melatonin Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

128

Total Quantity

5,636

NHS Cost

£588

vs National Avg

-61.5%

BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 128 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £588 to the NHS. This is 61.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	128
Total Quantity	5,636
Total NHS Cost	£588
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-61.5%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	128 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-61.5% 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.