Melatonin Prescribing at CAMHS
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
1,638
Total Quantity
112.1K
NHS Cost
£23.2K
vs National Avg
+392.6%
CAMHS prescribed 1,638 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £23,188 to the NHS. This is 392.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
142
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
148
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
121
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,638 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 112,127 |
| Total NHS Cost | £23,188 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +392.6% |
Melatonin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,638 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 333 items |
| Difference | +392.6% vs national average |
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.