Dexamethasone Prescribing at FOREST HEALTH CARE

Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
87
Total Quantity
4,420
NHS Cost
£666
vs National Avg
+179.1%

FOREST HEALTH CARE prescribed 87 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £666 to the NHS. This is 179.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6

Prescribing Details

Total Items87
Total Quantity4,420
Total NHS Cost£666
Presentations6 different forms
vs National Average+179.1%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice87 items
National average per practice31 items
Difference+179.1% 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.