Dexamethasone Prescribing at 7 DAY GP SERVICE
Drugs acting on the ear | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
178
Total Quantity
1,015
NHS Cost
£633
vs National Avg
+3.5%
7 DAY GP SERVICE prescribed 178 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £633 to the NHS. This is 3.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Drugs acting on the ear in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 178 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,015 |
| Total NHS Cost | £633 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +3.5% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 178 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 172 items |
| Difference | +3.5% 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.