Lorazepam Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
171
Total Quantity
4,782
NHS Cost
£806
vs National Avg
+20%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 171 items of Lorazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £806 to the NHS. This is 20% above the national average prescribing rate. Lorazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 171 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,782 |
| Total NHS Cost | £806 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20% |
Lorazepam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 171 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 143 items |
| Difference | +20% vs national average |
Explore More
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.