Melatonin Prescribing at PLUMSTEAD H/C PMS
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
637
Total Quantity
33.7K
NHS Cost
£13.4K
vs National Avg
+91.6%
PLUMSTEAD H/C PMS prescribed 637 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,394 to the NHS. This is 91.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 637 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,655 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,394 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +91.6% |
Melatonin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 637 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 333 items |
| Difference | +91.6% 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.