Lithium carbonate Prescribing at THE FAMILY PRACTICE

Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

231

Total Quantity

6,377

NHS Cost

£986

vs National Avg

+82.1%

THE FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 231 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £986 to the NHS. This is 82.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Lithium carbonate is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	231
Total Quantity	6,377
Total NHS Cost	£986
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+82.1%

Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	231 items
National average per practice	127 items
Difference	+82.1% 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.