Lithium carbonate Prescribing at HIGHVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
176
Total Quantity
3,232
NHS Cost
£488
vs National Avg
+38.7%
HIGHVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 176 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £488 to the NHS. This is 38.7% above 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
22
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 176 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,232 |
| Total NHS Cost | £488 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +38.7% |
Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 176 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 127 items |
| Difference | +38.7% 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.