Melatonin Prescribing at DOWNSFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

3,060

NHS Cost

£994

vs National Avg

-82.3%

DOWNSFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 59 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £994 to the NHS. This is 82.3% 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	59
Total Quantity	3,060
Total NHS Cost	£994
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-82.3%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	59 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-82.3% 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.