Light liquid paraffin Prescribing at NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH MED.CTR.
Emollient and barrier preparations | Skin
Items (12m)
51
Total Quantity
19.5K
NHS Cost
£389
vs National Avg
+49.8%
NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH MED.CTR. prescribed 51 items of Light liquid paraffin over the last 12 months at a cost of £389 to the NHS. This is 49.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Light liquid paraffin is classified under Emollient and barrier preparations in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 51 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,500 |
| Total NHS Cost | £389 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.8% |
Light liquid paraffin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 51 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 34 items |
| Difference | +49.8% 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.