Dexamethasone Prescribing at CENTRAL DURHAM GP ENH'D ACCESS SERVICE

Drugs acting on the ear | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

108

Total Quantity

545

NHS Cost

£340

vs National Avg

-37.2%

CENTRAL DURHAM GP ENH'D ACCESS SERVICE prescribed 108 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £340 to the NHS. This is 37.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Drugs acting on the ear in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	108
Total Quantity	545
Total NHS Cost	£340
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-37.2%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice	108 items
National average per practice	172 items
Difference	-37.2% 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.