Dexamethasone Prescribing at BERKSHIRE OPHTHALMOLOGY SERVICE
Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations | Eye
Items (12m)
281
Total Quantity
3,471
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+370.6%
BERKSHIRE OPHTHALMOLOGY SERVICE prescribed 281 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,283 to the NHS. This is 370.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 281 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,471 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,283 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +370.6% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 281 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 60 items |
| Difference | +370.6% 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.