Diazepam Prescribing at THE POTTERIES
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
386
Total Quantity
15.5K
NHS Cost
£326
vs National Avg
-22.5%
THE POTTERIES prescribed 386 items of Diazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £326 to the NHS. This is 22.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Diazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 386 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,456 |
| Total NHS Cost | £326 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.5% |
Diazepam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 386 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 498 items |
| Difference | -22.5% 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.