Dexamethasone Prescribing at BEACHES MEDICAL CENTRE

Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
60
Total Quantity
2,560
NHS Cost
£215
vs National Avg
+92.5%

BEACHES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 60 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £215 to the NHS. This is 92.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
7

Prescribing Details

Total Items60
Total Quantity2,560
Total NHS Cost£215
Presentations5 different forms
vs National Average+92.5%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice60 items
National average per practice31 items
Difference+92.5% vs national average
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.