Diazepam Prescribing at PRIMARY CARE DRUGS SERVICE

Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

100

Total Quantity

2,315

NHS Cost

£72

vs National Avg

-79.9%

PRIMARY CARE DRUGS SERVICE prescribed 100 items of Diazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £72 to the NHS. This is 79.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Diazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	100
Total Quantity	2,315
Total NHS Cost	£72
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	-79.9%

Diazepam Prescribing Comparison

This practice	100 items
National average per practice	498 items
Difference	-79.9% vs national average

Explore More

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.