Dexamethasone Prescribing at FIRSWAY HEALTH CENTRE

Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
94
Total Quantity
3,735
NHS Cost
£344
vs National Avg
+201.6%

FIRSWAY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 94 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £344 to the NHS. This is 201.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7

Prescribing Details

Total Items94
Total Quantity3,735
Total NHS Cost£344
Presentations5 different forms
vs National Average+201.6%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice94 items
National average per practice31 items
Difference+201.6% 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.