Escitalopram Prescribing at THE MEDICAL CENTRE, DRIFFIELD
Antidepressant drugs | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
232
Total Quantity
6,739
NHS Cost
£404
vs National Avg
-18.5%
THE MEDICAL CENTRE, DRIFFIELD prescribed 232 items of Escitalopram over the last 12 months at a cost of £404 to the NHS. This is 18.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Escitalopram is classified under Antidepressant drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 232 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,739 |
| Total NHS Cost | £404 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18.5% |
Escitalopram Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 232 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 285 items |
| Difference | -18.5% 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.