Phenobarbital Prescribing at DOWNLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE

Antiepileptic drugs | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

3,892

NHS Cost

£218

vs National Avg

+82.1%

DOWNLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 56 items of Phenobarbital over the last 12 months at a cost of £218 to the NHS. This is 82.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Phenobarbital is classified under Antiepileptic drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	56
Total Quantity	3,892
Total NHS Cost	£218
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+82.1%

Phenobarbital Prescribing Comparison

This practice	56 items
National average per practice	31 items
Difference	+82.1% 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.