Light liquid paraffin Prescribing at PLECK HEALTH CENTRE

Emollient and barrier preparations | Skin

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

32.6K

NHS Cost

£579

vs National Avg

+82.1%

PLECK HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 62 items of Light liquid paraffin over the last 12 months at a cost of £579 to the NHS. This is 82.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Light liquid paraffin is classified under Emollient and barrier preparations in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	62
Total Quantity	32,600
Total NHS Cost	£579
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+82.1%

Light liquid paraffin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	62 items
National average per practice	34 items
Difference	+82.1% 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.