Dexamethasone Prescribing at GRAVEL HILL SURGERY

Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations | Eye

Items (12m)

105

Total Quantity

3,606

NHS Cost

£1.8K

vs National Avg

+75.9%

GRAVEL HILL SURGERY prescribed 105 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,766 to the NHS. This is 75.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	105
Total Quantity	3,606
Total NHS Cost	£1,766
Presentations	8 different forms
vs National Average	+75.9%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice	105 items
National average per practice	60 items
Difference	+75.9% 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.