Menthol Prescribing at UPPERTHORPE MEDICAL CENTRE
Topical local anaesthetics and antipruritics | Skin
Items (12m)
79
Total Quantity
26.5K
NHS Cost
£983
vs National Avg
+180.5%
UPPERTHORPE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 79 items of Menthol over the last 12 months at a cost of £983 to the NHS. This is 180.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Menthol is classified under Topical local anaesthetics and antipruritics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 79 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,500 |
| Total NHS Cost | £983 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +180.5% |
Menthol Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 79 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 28 items |
| Difference | +180.5% 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.