Lithium carbonate Prescribing at HEADLEY DRIVE SURGERY

Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

111

Total Quantity

1,680

NHS Cost

£266

vs National Avg

-12.5%

HEADLEY DRIVE SURGERY prescribed 111 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £266 to the NHS. This is 12.5% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	111
Total Quantity	1,680
Total NHS Cost	£266
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-12.5%

Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	111 items
National average per practice	127 items
Difference	-12.5% 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.