Diazepam Prescribing at HANDFORTH HEALTH CENTRE
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
935
Total Quantity
22.7K
NHS Cost
£626
vs National Avg
+87.7%
HANDFORTH HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 935 items of Diazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £626 to the NHS. This is 87.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Diazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 935 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,700 |
| Total NHS Cost | £626 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +87.7% |
Diazepam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 935 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 498 items |
| Difference | +87.7% 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.