Dimeticone (Barrier) Prescribing at DCHS COMMUNITY SERVICES
Emollient and barrier preparations | Skin
Items (12m)
113
Total Quantity
57.5K
NHS Cost
£545
vs National Avg
+668.1%
DCHS COMMUNITY SERVICES prescribed 113 items of Dimeticone (Barrier) over the last 12 months at a cost of £545 to the NHS. This is 668.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Dimeticone (Barrier) is classified under Emollient and barrier preparations in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 113 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 57,500 |
| Total NHS Cost | £545 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +668.1% |
Dimeticone (Barrier) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 113 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 15 items |
| Difference | +668.1% 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.