Sodium valproate Prescribing at SHAWBIRCH MEDICAL CENTRE

Antiepileptic drugs | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

308

Total Quantity

56.0K

NHS Cost

£8.6K

vs National Avg

-3.2%

SHAWBIRCH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 308 items of Sodium valproate over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,587 to the NHS. This is 3.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Sodium valproate is classified under Antiepileptic drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	308
Total Quantity	55,950
Total NHS Cost	£8,587
Presentations	15 different forms
vs National Average	-3.2%

Sodium valproate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	308 items
National average per practice	318 items
Difference	-3.2% 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.