Lithium carbonate Prescribing at ESK VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,147

NHS Cost

£303

vs National Avg

-59.8%

ESK VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 51 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £303 to the NHS. This is 59.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Lithium carbonate is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	51
Total Quantity	2,147
Total NHS Cost	£303
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-59.8%

Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	51 items
National average per practice	127 items
Difference	-59.8% 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.