Lithium carbonate Prescribing at NEWHAM VICARAGE PRACTICE

Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

178

Total Quantity

4,282

NHS Cost

£646

vs National Avg

+40.3%

NEWHAM VICARAGE PRACTICE prescribed 178 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £646 to the NHS. This is 40.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Lithium carbonate is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	178
Total Quantity	4,282
Total NHS Cost	£646
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+40.3%

Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	178 items
National average per practice	127 items
Difference	+40.3% 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.