Melatonin Prescribing at GARDENIA PRACTICE
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
548
Total Quantity
36.0K
NHS Cost
£4.7K
vs National Avg
+64.8%
GARDENIA PRACTICE prescribed 548 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,748 to the NHS. This is 64.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 548 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,960 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,748 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +64.8% |
Melatonin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 548 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 333 items |
| Difference | +64.8% vs national average |
Explore More
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.