Dimeticone (Barrier) Prescribing at PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE
Emollient and barrier preparations | Skin
Items (12m)
50
Total Quantity
24.2K
NHS Cost
£230
vs National Avg
+239.9%
PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 50 items of Dimeticone (Barrier) over the last 12 months at a cost of £230 to the NHS. This is 239.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Dimeticone (Barrier) is classified under Emollient and barrier preparations in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 50 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,200 |
| Total NHS Cost | £230 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +239.9% |
Dimeticone (Barrier) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 50 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 15 items |
| Difference | +239.9% 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.