Hydrocortisone Prescribing at DERMATOLOGY TIER TWO SERVICE
Topical corticosteroids | Skin
Items (12m)
129
Total Quantity
4,170
NHS Cost
£563
vs National Avg
-71.2%
DERMATOLOGY TIER TWO SERVICE prescribed 129 items of Hydrocortisone over the last 12 months at a cost of £563 to the NHS. This is 71.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Hydrocortisone is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 129 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,170 |
| Total NHS Cost | £563 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -71.2% |
Hydrocortisone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 129 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 448 items |
| Difference | -71.2% 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.