Peppermint oil Prescribing at CARADOC SURGERY

Antispasmodics and other drugs altering gut motility | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

120

Total Quantity

9,668

NHS Cost

£913

vs National Avg

+50.8%

CARADOC SURGERY prescribed 120 items of Peppermint oil over the last 12 months at a cost of £913 to the NHS. This is 50.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Peppermint oil is classified under Antispasmodics and other drugs altering gut motility in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	120
Total Quantity	9,668
Total NHS Cost	£913
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+50.8%

Peppermint oil Prescribing Comparison

This practice	120 items
National average per practice	80 items
Difference	+50.8% 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.