Lithium carbonate Prescribing at ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE

Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

150

Total Quantity

9,254

NHS Cost

£1.3K

vs National Avg

+18.2%

ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 150 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,340 to the NHS. This is 18.2% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	150
Total Quantity	9,254
Total NHS Cost	£1,340
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+18.2%

Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	150 items
National average per practice	127 items
Difference	+18.2% 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.