Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at CARLISLE CENTRAL PRACTICE

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

699

Total Quantity

59.2K

NHS Cost

£4.5K

vs National Avg

+81.6%

CARLISLE CENTRAL PRACTICE prescribed 699 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,507 to the NHS. This is 81.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone valerate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	699
Total Quantity	59,190
Total NHS Cost	£4,507
Presentations	15 different forms
vs National Average	+81.6%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	699 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	+81.6% 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.