Melatonin Prescribing at FIRST CHOICE MEDICAL CARE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

4,308

NHS Cost

£1.7K

vs National Avg

-82%

FIRST CHOICE MEDICAL CARE prescribed 60 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,671 to the NHS. This is 82% below the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	60
Total Quantity	4,308
Total NHS Cost	£1,671
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	-82%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	60 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-82% 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.