Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at ASTLEY GENERAL PRACTICE

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

196

Total Quantity

15.0K

NHS Cost

£1.3K

vs National Avg

-49.1%

ASTLEY GENERAL PRACTICE prescribed 196 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,340 to the NHS. This is 49.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone valerate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	196
Total Quantity	15,010
Total NHS Cost	£1,340
Presentations	11 different forms
vs National Average	-49.1%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	196 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	-49.1% 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.