Dexamethasone Prescribing at AMBER VALLEY HEALTH
Drugs acting on the ear | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
230
Total Quantity
1,170
NHS Cost
£730
vs National Avg
+33.8%
AMBER VALLEY HEALTH prescribed 230 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £730 to the NHS. This is 33.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Drugs acting on the ear in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 230 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,170 |
| Total NHS Cost | £730 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +33.8% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 230 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 172 items |
| Difference | +33.8% 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.