Melatonin Prescribing at SOUTH DOC VIRTUAL SERVICES
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
134
Total Quantity
3,645
NHS Cost
£417
vs National Avg
-59.7%
SOUTH DOC VIRTUAL SERVICES prescribed 134 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £417 to the NHS. This is 59.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 134 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,645 |
| Total NHS Cost | £417 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -59.7% |
Melatonin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 134 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 333 items |
| Difference | -59.7% 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.