Melatonin Prescribing at HIGHFIELDS MEDICAL CENTRE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,428

NHS Cost

£259

vs National Avg

-80.5%

HIGHFIELDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 65 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £259 to the NHS. This is 80.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	65
Total Quantity	2,428
Total NHS Cost	£259
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-80.5%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	65 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-80.5% 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.