Phenobarbital Prescribing at NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH MED.CTR.

Antiepileptic drugs | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

3,386

NHS Cost

£973

vs National Avg

+78.9%

NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH MED.CTR. prescribed 55 items of Phenobarbital over the last 12 months at a cost of £973 to the NHS. This is 78.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Phenobarbital is classified under Antiepileptic drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	55
Total Quantity	3,386
Total NHS Cost	£973
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+78.9%

Phenobarbital Prescribing Comparison

This practice	55 items
National average per practice	31 items
Difference	+78.9% 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.