Prednisolone Prescribing at CASTLEFIELDS
Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
948
Total Quantity
42.5K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+18.6%
CASTLEFIELDS prescribed 948 items of Prednisolone over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,475 to the NHS. This is 18.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Prednisolone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
112
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 948 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 42,505 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,475 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.6% |
Prednisolone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 948 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 799 items |
| Difference | +18.6% 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.