Diazepam Prescribing at PEEL GPS

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

686

Total Quantity

26.0K

NHS Cost

£12.4K

vs National Avg

+37.7%

PEEL GPS prescribed 686 items of Diazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,384 to the NHS. This is 37.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Diazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

112

Prescribing Details

Total Items	686
Total Quantity	26,035
Total NHS Cost	£12,384
Presentations	8 different forms
vs National Average	+37.7%

Diazepam Prescribing Comparison

This practice	686 items
National average per practice	498 items
Difference	+37.7% 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.