Melatonin Prescribing at THE THORPE PRACTICE
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
688
Total Quantity
36.7K
NHS Cost
£14.7K
vs National Avg
+106.9%
THE THORPE PRACTICE prescribed 688 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,698 to the NHS. This is 106.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 688 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 36,724 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,698 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +106.9% |
Melatonin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 688 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 333 items |
| Difference | +106.9% 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.