Number of tablets of psychotropic drugs sold to pharmacies in Ireland and Northern Ireland, per 1000 population (2007–2012)
| Type of psychotropic drug | Northern Ireland | Ireland | Rate ratio (Ref Ireland) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antidepressants and mood stabilisers | 1302 | 725 | 1.80 |
| Tranquillisers | 388 | 203 | 1.91 |
| Hypnotics and sedatives | 508 | 431 | 1.18 |
| Antiepileptics | 338 | 277 | 1.22 |
| Antipsychotics | 271 | 194 | 1.40 |