Lithium carbonate Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
85
Total Quantity
2,660
NHS Cost
£410
vs National Avg
-33%
GP DIRECT prescribed 85 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £410 to the NHS. This is 33% below 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
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 85 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,660 |
| Total NHS Cost | £410 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -33% |
Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 85 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 127 items |
| Difference | -33% 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.