Lithium carbonate Prescribing at ST ALBANS SURGERY
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
216
Total Quantity
5,095
NHS Cost
£779
vs National Avg
+70.3%
ST ALBANS SURGERY prescribed 216 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £779 to the NHS. This is 70.3% 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
18
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 216 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,095 |
| Total NHS Cost | £779 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +70.3% |
Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 216 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 127 items |
| Difference | +70.3% 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.