Light liquid paraffin Prescribing at THE SIDES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Emollient and barrier preparations | Skin
Items (12m)
55
Total Quantity
41.3K
NHS Cost
£756
vs National Avg
+61.6%
THE SIDES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 55 items of Light liquid paraffin over the last 12 months at a cost of £756 to the NHS. This is 61.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Light liquid paraffin is classified under Emollient and barrier preparations in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 55 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,250 |
| Total NHS Cost | £756 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +61.6% |
Light liquid paraffin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 55 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 34 items |
| Difference | +61.6% 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.