Valproic acid Prescribing at HAWTHORN MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

139

Total Quantity

7,830

NHS Cost

£2.2K

vs National Avg

+59.7%

HAWTHORN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 139 items of Valproic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,244 to the NHS. This is 59.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Valproic acid is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	139
Total Quantity	7,830
Total NHS Cost	£2,244
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+59.7%

Valproic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice	139 items
National average per practice	87 items
Difference	+59.7% 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.