Lithium carbonate Prescribing at YARM MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

145

Total Quantity

4,137

NHS Cost

£859

vs National Avg

+14.3%

YARM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 145 items of Lithium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £859 to the NHS. This is 14.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Lithium carbonate is classified under Drugs used in psychoses and related disorders in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	145
Total Quantity	4,137
Total NHS Cost	£859
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+14.3%

Lithium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	145 items
National average per practice	127 items
Difference	+14.3% 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.