Melatonin Prescribing at THE ESTON SURGERY

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

146

Total Quantity

12.2K

NHS Cost

£3.5K

vs National Avg

-56.1%

THE ESTON SURGERY prescribed 146 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,465 to the NHS. This is 56.1% 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	146
Total Quantity	12,242
Total NHS Cost	£3,465
Presentations	8 different forms
vs National Average	-56.1%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	146 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-56.1% 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.