Prednisolone Prescribing at ELHT NMPS
Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
507
Total Quantity
19.1K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
-36.5%
ELHT NMPS prescribed 507 items of Prednisolone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,152 to the NHS. This is 36.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Prednisolone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 507 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,143 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,152 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.5% |
Prednisolone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 507 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 799 items |
| Difference | -36.5% 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.