Melatonin Prescribing at LOVEMEAD GROUP PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

3,117

NHS Cost

£815

vs National Avg

-83.8%

LOVEMEAD GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 54 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £815 to the NHS. This is 83.8% 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	54
Total Quantity	3,117
Total NHS Cost	£815
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-83.8%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	54 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-83.8% 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.