Melatonin Prescribing at THIRSK DOCTORS SURGERY
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
437
Total Quantity
31.7K
NHS Cost
£8.4K
vs National Avg
+31.4%
THIRSK DOCTORS SURGERY prescribed 437 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,364 to the NHS. This is 31.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 437 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,748 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,364 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +31.4% |
Melatonin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 437 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 333 items |
| Difference | +31.4% 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.