Lithium carbonate Prescribing at PENNINE DRIVE PRACTICE

Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

144

Total Quantity

4,200

NHS Cost

£899

vs National Avg

+13.5%

PENNINE DRIVE PRACTICE prescribed 144 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £899 to the NHS. This is 13.5% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	144
Total Quantity	4,200
Total NHS Cost	£899
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+13.5%

Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	144 items
National average per practice	127 items
Difference	+13.5% 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.