Lorazepam Prescribing at LEIGH FAMILY PRACTICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

3,616

NHS Cost

£927

vs National Avg

-37.6%

LEIGH FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 89 items of Lorazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £927 to the NHS. This is 37.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Lorazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	89
Total Quantity	3,616
Total NHS Cost	£927
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-37.6%

Lorazepam Prescribing Comparison

This practice	89 items
National average per practice	143 items
Difference	-37.6% 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.