Valproic acid Prescribing at MERCHISTON SURGERY
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
55
Total Quantity
4,560
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
-36.8%
MERCHISTON SURGERY prescribed 55 items of Valproic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,416 to the NHS. This is 36.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Valproic acid is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 55 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,560 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,416 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.8% |
Valproic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 55 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 87 items |
| Difference | -36.8% 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.