Dexamethasone Prescribing at CBS OOH
Drugs acting on the ear | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
298
Total Quantity
1,530
NHS Cost
£954
vs National Avg
+73.3%
CBS OOH prescribed 298 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £954 to the NHS. This is 73.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Drugs acting on the ear in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 298 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,530 |
| Total NHS Cost | £954 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +73.3% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 298 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 172 items |
| Difference | +73.3% 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.