Menthol Prescribing at PLECK HEALTH CENTRE

Topical local anaesthetics and antipruritics | Skin

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

24.8K

NHS Cost

£900

vs National Avg

+77.5%

PLECK HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 50 items of Menthol over the last 12 months at a cost of £900 to the NHS. This is 77.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Menthol is classified under Topical local anaesthetics and antipruritics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	50
Total Quantity	24,800
Total NHS Cost	£900
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+77.5%

Menthol Prescribing Comparison

This practice	50 items
National average per practice	28 items
Difference	+77.5% 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.