Dexamethasone Prescribing at GP SERVICES - GP HUBS

Drugs acting on the ear | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)
278
Total Quantity
1,480
NHS Cost
£923
vs National Avg
+61.7%

GP SERVICES - GP HUBS prescribed 278 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £923 to the NHS. This is 61.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Drugs acting on the ear in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
5

Prescribing Details

Total Items278
Total Quantity1,480
Total NHS Cost£923
Presentations1 different forms
vs National Average+61.7%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice278 items
National average per practice172 items
Difference+61.7% 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.