Melatonin Prescribing at LANCHESTER MEDICAL CENTRE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

3,782

NHS Cost

£752

vs National Avg

-72.9%

LANCHESTER MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 90 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £752 to the NHS. This is 72.9% 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	90
Total Quantity	3,782
Total NHS Cost	£752
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-72.9%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	90 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-72.9% 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.