Dexamethasone Prescribing at HEART OF BATH
Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
230
Total Quantity
5,493
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+638%
HEART OF BATH prescribed 230 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,713 to the NHS. This is 638% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 230 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,493 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,713 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +638% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 230 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 31 items |
| Difference | +638% 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.