Lithium carbonate Prescribing at PEEL GPS
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
205
Total Quantity
1,666
NHS Cost
£269
vs National Avg
+61.6%
PEEL GPS prescribed 205 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £269 to the NHS. This is 61.6% 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
13
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 205 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,666 |
| Total NHS Cost | £269 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +61.6% |
Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 205 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 127 items |
| Difference | +61.6% 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.