Zinc oxide Prescribing at FOREST MEDICAL

Local preparations for anal and rectal disorders | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

109

Total Quantity

4,552

NHS Cost

£511

vs National Avg

+426.8%

FOREST MEDICAL prescribed 109 items of Zinc oxide over the last 12 months at a cost of £511 to the NHS. This is 426.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Zinc oxide is classified under Local preparations for anal and rectal disorders in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	109
Total Quantity	4,552
Total NHS Cost	£511
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+426.8%

Zinc oxide Prescribing Comparison

This practice	109 items
National average per practice	21 items
Difference	+426.8% vs national average

Explore More

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.