Melatonin Prescribing at THE ADAM PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

930

Total Quantity

38.0K

NHS Cost

£13.2K

vs National Avg

+179.7%

THE ADAM PRACTICE prescribed 930 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,188 to the NHS. This is 179.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	930
Total Quantity	37,962
Total NHS Cost	£13,188
Presentations	13 different forms
vs National Average	+179.7%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	930 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	+179.7% 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.