Melatonin Prescribing at THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

189

Total Quantity

9,712

NHS Cost

£4.5K

vs National Avg

-43.2%

THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 189 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,480 to the NHS. This is 43.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	189
Total Quantity	9,712
Total NHS Cost	£4,480
Presentations	10 different forms
vs National Average	-43.2%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	189 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-43.2% 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.