Lorazepam Prescribing at FOREST PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

2,666

NHS Cost

£763

vs National Avg

-35.5%

FOREST PRACTICE prescribed 92 items of Lorazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £763 to the NHS. This is 35.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Lorazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	92
Total Quantity	2,666
Total NHS Cost	£763
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-35.5%

Lorazepam Prescribing Comparison

This practice	92 items
National average per practice	143 items
Difference	-35.5% 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.