Dexamethasone Prescribing at EVMC MINOR INJURIES UNIT
Drugs acting on the ear | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
436
Total Quantity
2,180
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+153.6%
EVMC MINOR INJURIES UNIT prescribed 436 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,360 to the NHS. This is 153.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Drugs acting on the ear in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 436 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,180 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,360 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +153.6% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 436 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 172 items |
| Difference | +153.6% 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.