Lithium carbonate Prescribing at THE OLD SCHOOL SURGERY
Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
252
Total Quantity
3,360
NHS Cost
£889
vs National Avg
+98.6%
THE OLD SCHOOL SURGERY prescribed 252 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £889 to the NHS. This is 98.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Lithium carbonate is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 252 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,360 |
| Total NHS Cost | £889 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +98.6% |
Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 252 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 127 items |
| Difference | +98.6% 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.