Melatonin Prescribing at ONGAR HEALTH CENTRE
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
528
Total Quantity
34.0K
NHS Cost
£14.4K
vs National Avg
+58.8%
ONGAR HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 528 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,416 to the NHS. This is 58.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 528 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,980 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,416 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +58.8% |
Melatonin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 528 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 333 items |
| Difference | +58.8% 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.