Lithium carbonate Prescribing at STREATHAM COMMON PRACTICE

Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

172

Total Quantity

3,938

NHS Cost

£842

vs National Avg

+35.6%

STREATHAM COMMON PRACTICE prescribed 172 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £842 to the NHS. This is 35.6% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	172
Total Quantity	3,938
Total NHS Cost	£842
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+35.6%

Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	172 items
National average per practice	127 items
Difference	+35.6% 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.