Peppermint oil Prescribing at THE ALNEY PRACTICE

Antispasmodics and other drugs altering gut motility | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

160

Total Quantity

7,169

NHS Cost

£633

vs National Avg

+101.1%

THE ALNEY PRACTICE prescribed 160 items of Peppermint oil over the last 12 months at a cost of £633 to the NHS. This is 101.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Peppermint oil is classified under Antispasmodics and other drugs altering gut motility in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	160
Total Quantity	7,169
Total NHS Cost	£633
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+101.1%

Peppermint oil Prescribing Comparison

This practice	160 items
National average per practice	80 items
Difference	+101.1% 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.