Diazepam Prescribing at NORTHDOWN & DASHWOOD SURGERY
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
986
Total Quantity
22.6K
NHS Cost
£552
vs National Avg
+98%
NORTHDOWN & DASHWOOD SURGERY prescribed 986 items of Diazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £552 to the NHS. This is 98% above the national average prescribing rate. Diazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
73
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 986 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,611 |
| Total NHS Cost | £552 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +98% |
Diazepam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 986 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 498 items |
| Difference | +98% 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.