Lorazepam Prescribing at ST. HELENS MEDICAL CENTRE
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
223
Total Quantity
5,941
NHS Cost
£699
vs National Avg
+56.4%
ST. HELENS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 223 items of Lorazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £699 to the NHS. This is 56.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Lorazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 223 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,941 |
| Total NHS Cost | £699 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +56.4% |
Lorazepam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 223 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 143 items |
| Difference | +56.4% 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.