Melatonin Prescribing at THE DEEPINGS PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

853

Total Quantity

63.2K

NHS Cost

£37.0K

vs National Avg

+156.5%

THE DEEPINGS PRACTICE prescribed 853 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £37,047 to the NHS. This is 156.5% 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	853
Total Quantity	63,175
Total NHS Cost	£37,047
Presentations	14 different forms
vs National Average	+156.5%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	853 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	+156.5% 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.