Lithium carbonate Prescribing at NEW RIVER HEALTH
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
236
Total Quantity
8,280
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+86%
NEW RIVER HEALTH prescribed 236 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,608 to the NHS. This is 86% above the national average prescribing rate. Lithium carbonate is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 236 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,280 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,608 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +86% |
Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 236 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 127 items |
| Difference | +86% 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.