Light liquid paraffin Prescribing at THE BRIDGES MEDICAL CTR.

Emollient and barrier preparations | Skin

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

39.2K

NHS Cost

£709

vs National Avg

+105.6%

THE BRIDGES MEDICAL CTR. prescribed 70 items of Light liquid paraffin over the last 12 months at a cost of £709 to the NHS. This is 105.6% 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	70
Total Quantity	39,150
Total NHS Cost	£709
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+105.6%

Light liquid paraffin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	70 items
National average per practice	34 items
Difference	+105.6% 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.