Lithium carbonate Prescribing at SOMERSET MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
170
Total Quantity
1,764
NHS Cost
£272
vs National Avg
+34%
SOMERSET MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 170 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £272 to the NHS. This is 34% above the national average prescribing rate. Lithium carbonate is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 170 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,764 |
| Total NHS Cost | £272 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34% |
Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 170 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 127 items |
| Difference | +34% 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.