Lithium carbonate Prescribing at FORGE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
230
Total Quantity
5,979
NHS Cost
£875
vs National Avg
+81.3%
FORGE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 230 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £875 to the NHS. This is 81.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Lithium carbonate is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 230 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,979 |
| Total NHS Cost | £875 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +81.3% |
Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 230 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 127 items |
| Difference | +81.3% 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.