Lorazepam Prescribing at CROFTON AND SHARLSTON MED PRAC

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

162

Total Quantity

3,593

NHS Cost

£901

vs National Avg

+13.6%

CROFTON AND SHARLSTON MED PRAC prescribed 162 items of Lorazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £901 to the NHS. This is 13.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Lorazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	162
Total Quantity	3,593
Total NHS Cost	£901
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+13.6%

Lorazepam Prescribing Comparison

This practice	162 items
National average per practice	143 items
Difference	+13.6% 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.