Melatonin Prescribing at THE HODFORD ROAD PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

261

Total Quantity

5,603

NHS Cost

£1.2K

vs National Avg

-21.5%

THE HODFORD ROAD PRACTICE prescribed 261 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,229 to the NHS. This is 21.5% 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	261
Total Quantity	5,603
Total NHS Cost	£1,229
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	-21.5%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	261 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-21.5% 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.