Hydrocortisone Prescribing at GATESHEAD HEALTH COMMUNITY SERVICES
Topical corticosteroids | Skin
Items (12m)
27
Total Quantity
970
NHS Cost
£227
vs National Avg
-94%
GATESHEAD HEALTH COMMUNITY SERVICES prescribed 27 items of Hydrocortisone over the last 12 months at a cost of £227 to the NHS. This is 94% below the national average prescribing rate. Hydrocortisone is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
No monthly data available.
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 27 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 970 |
| Total NHS Cost | £227 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -94% |
Hydrocortisone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 27 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 448 items |
| Difference | -94% 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.