Lithium carbonate Prescribing at DHCFT WAA COMM MH SERVICES
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
413
Total Quantity
12.8K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+225.5%
DHCFT WAA COMM MH SERVICES prescribed 413 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,983 to the NHS. This is 225.5% 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
23
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 413 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,811 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,983 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +225.5% |
Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 413 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 127 items |
| Difference | +225.5% 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.