Diazepam Prescribing at PRIMARY CARE 24 OOH
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
660
Total Quantity
6,368
NHS Cost
£197
vs National Avg
+32.5%
PRIMARY CARE 24 OOH prescribed 660 items of Diazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £197 to the NHS. This is 32.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Diazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 660 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,368 |
| Total NHS Cost | £197 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +32.5% |
Diazepam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 660 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 498 items |
| Difference | +32.5% 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.