Hydrocortisone Prescribing at COMMUNITY DERMATOLOGY SERVICE
Topical corticosteroids | Skin
Items (12m)
73
Total Quantity
1,940
NHS Cost
£328
vs National Avg
-83.7%
COMMUNITY DERMATOLOGY SERVICE prescribed 73 items of Hydrocortisone over the last 12 months at a cost of £328 to the NHS. This is 83.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Hydrocortisone is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 73 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,940 |
| Total NHS Cost | £328 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -83.7% |
Hydrocortisone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 73 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 448 items |
| Difference | -83.7% 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.