Diazepam Prescribing at ST. HELENS MEDICAL CENTRE
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
648
Total Quantity
19.1K
NHS Cost
£437
vs National Avg
+30.1%
ST. HELENS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 648 items of Diazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £437 to the NHS. This is 30.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Diazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 648 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,133 |
| Total NHS Cost | £437 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.1% |
Diazepam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 648 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 498 items |
| Difference | +30.1% 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.