Melatonin Prescribing at THE UPLANDS MEDICAL PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

209

Total Quantity

9,700

NHS Cost

£2.5K

vs National Avg

-37.1%

THE UPLANDS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 209 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,515 to the NHS. This is 37.1% 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	209
Total Quantity	9,700
Total NHS Cost	£2,515
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	-37.1%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	209 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	-37.1% 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.