Melatonin Prescribing at THE ELMHURST PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

100

Total Quantity

2,088

NHS Cost

£312

vs National Avg

-69.9%

THE ELMHURST PRACTICE prescribed 100 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £312 to the NHS. This is 69.9% 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	100
Total Quantity	2,088
Total NHS Cost	£312
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	-69.9%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	100 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-69.9% 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.