Melatonin Prescribing at DHCFT WAA COMM MH SERVICES

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,421

NHS Cost

£735

vs National Avg

-78.6%

DHCFT WAA COMM MH SERVICES prescribed 71 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £735 to the NHS. This is 78.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	71
Total Quantity	2,421
Total NHS Cost	£735
Presentations	8 different forms
vs National Average	-78.6%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	71 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-78.6% 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.