Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at GATESHEAD EXTRA CARE
Topical corticosteroids | Skin
Items (12m)
126
Total Quantity
10.7K
NHS Cost
£629
vs National Avg
-67.3%
GATESHEAD EXTRA CARE prescribed 126 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £629 to the NHS. This is 67.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone valerate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 126 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,700 |
| Total NHS Cost | £629 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -67.3% |
Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 126 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 385 items |
| Difference | -67.3% 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.