Melatonin Prescribing at THURLEIGH ROAD PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

966

Total Quantity

41.9K

NHS Cost

£17.3K

vs National Avg

+190.5%

THURLEIGH ROAD PRACTICE prescribed 966 items of Melatonin over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,332 to the NHS. This is 190.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Melatonin is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

104

Jun 2026

108

Prescribing Details

Total Items	966
Total Quantity	41,874
Total NHS Cost	£17,332
Presentations	14 different forms
vs National Average	+190.5%

Melatonin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	966 items
National average per practice	333 items
Difference	+190.5% 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.