Melatonin Prescribing at THE ALEXANDRA PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

270

Total Quantity

10.4K

NHS Cost

£2.7K

vs National Avg

-18.8%

THE ALEXANDRA PRACTICE prescribed 270 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,719 to the NHS. This is 18.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	270
Total Quantity	10,380
Total NHS Cost	£2,719
Presentations	10 different forms
vs National Average	-18.8%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	270 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-18.8% 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.