Dexamethasone Prescribing at EAST LEICESTER MED PRACT(S LONGWORTH)

Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations | Eye

Items (12m)
87
Total Quantity
1,534
NHS Cost
£800
vs National Avg
+45.7%

EAST LEICESTER MED PRACT(S LONGWORTH) prescribed 87 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £800 to the NHS. This is 45.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8

Prescribing Details

Total Items87
Total Quantity1,534
Total NHS Cost£800
Presentations5 different forms
vs National Average+45.7%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice87 items
National average per practice60 items
Difference+45.7% vs national average
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.