Lithium carbonate Prescribing at IRWELL MEDICAL PRACTICE
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
203
Total Quantity
6,020
NHS Cost
£930
vs National Avg
+60%
IRWELL MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 203 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £930 to the NHS. This is 60% above the national average prescribing rate. Lithium carbonate is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 203 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,020 |
| Total NHS Cost | £930 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +60% |
Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 203 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 127 items |
| Difference | +60% 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.