Melatonin Prescribing at NELFT DEMENTIA CRISIS SUPPORT TEAM
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
176
Total Quantity
7,063
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
-47.1%
NELFT DEMENTIA CRISIS SUPPORT TEAM prescribed 176 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,574 to the NHS. This is 47.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 176 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,063 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,574 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47.1% |
Melatonin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 176 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 333 items |
| Difference | -47.1% 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.