Lithium carbonate Prescribing at BLUNDELLSANDS SURGERY

Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

180

Total Quantity

5,914

NHS Cost

£901

vs National Avg

+41.9%

BLUNDELLSANDS SURGERY prescribed 180 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £901 to the NHS. This is 41.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Lithium carbonate is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	180
Total Quantity	5,914
Total NHS Cost	£901
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+41.9%

Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	180 items
National average per practice	127 items
Difference	+41.9% 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.