Dexamethasone Prescribing at AL-SHAFA MEDICAL CENTRE
Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations | Eye
Items (12m)
164
Total Quantity
2,348
NHS Cost
£1.0K
vs National Avg
+174.7%
AL-SHAFA MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 164 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,003 to the NHS. This is 174.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 164 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,348 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,003 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +174.7% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 164 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 60 items |
| Difference | +174.7% 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.