Valproic acid Prescribing at HANDSWORTH WOOD MED.CTR.
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
310
Total Quantity
22.0K
NHS Cost
£5.9K
vs National Avg
+256.3%
HANDSWORTH WOOD MED.CTR. prescribed 310 items of Valproic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,946 to the NHS. This is 256.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Valproic acid is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 310 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,960 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,946 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +256.3% |
Valproic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 310 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 87 items |
| Difference | +256.3% 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.