Benzodiazepine and hypnotics policy

Notice to New Patients in regard to Benzodiazepine Prescribing

This surgery does not issue ongoing benzodiazepine prescriptions to new patients. By benzodiazepine medication we mean medication such as:
Chlordiazepoxide, Loprazolam, Lorazepam, Lormetazepam, Nitrazepam, Oxazepam, Temazepam and Diazepam.

Patients taking this kind of medication will be offered a reduction programme lasting up to 8 weeks.

Agreement with this policy is a strict requirement for registration with the practice.

Patients unwilling to comply with this policy are advised to consider registering with a practice that is able to meet their needs.

Date published: 18th October, 2024
Date last updated: 18th October, 2024