Hydrocortisone Prescribing at BIRKENHEAD PCN EXTENDED ACCESS
Topical corticosteroids | Skin
Items (12m)
225
Total Quantity
7,270
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
-49.8%
BIRKENHEAD PCN EXTENDED ACCESS prescribed 225 items of Hydrocortisone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,678 to the NHS. This is 49.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Hydrocortisone is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 225 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,270 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,678 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -49.8% |
Hydrocortisone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 225 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 448 items |
| Difference | -49.8% 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.