Nitrazepam Prescribing at PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

154

Total Quantity

4,081

NHS Cost

£222

vs National Avg

+196.4%

PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 154 items of Nitrazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £222 to the NHS. This is 196.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	154
Total Quantity	4,081
Total NHS Cost	£222
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+196.4%

Nitrazepam Prescribing Comparison

This practice	154 items
National average per practice	52 items
Difference	+196.4% 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.