Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at CASTLETON HEALTH CENTRE

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

574

Total Quantity

46.2K

NHS Cost

£3.0K

vs National Avg

+49.1%

CASTLETON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 574 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,980 to the NHS. This is 49.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone valerate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	574
Total Quantity	46,150
Total NHS Cost	£2,980
Presentations	19 different forms
vs National Average	+49.1%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	574 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	+49.1% 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.