Melatonin Prescribing at THE ROXTON PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

159

Total Quantity

7,142

NHS Cost

£4.3K

vs National Avg

-52.2%

THE ROXTON PRACTICE prescribed 159 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,253 to the NHS. This is 52.2% 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	159
Total Quantity	7,142
Total NHS Cost	£4,253
Presentations	9 different forms
vs National Average	-52.2%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	159 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-52.2% 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.