Lithium carbonate Prescribing at NORTHGATE SURGERY
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
241
Total Quantity
6,174
NHS Cost
£923
vs National Avg
+90%
NORTHGATE SURGERY prescribed 241 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £923 to the NHS. This is 90% 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
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 241 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,174 |
| Total NHS Cost | £923 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +90% |
Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 241 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 127 items |
| Difference | +90% 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.