Lorazepam Prescribing at WEST4 GPS
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
197
Total Quantity
7,462
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+38.2%
WEST4 GPS prescribed 197 items of Lorazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,338 to the NHS. This is 38.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Lorazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 197 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,462 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,338 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +38.2% |
Lorazepam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 197 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 143 items |
| Difference | +38.2% 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.