Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at HOWDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

305

Total Quantity

24.0K

NHS Cost

£1.3K

vs National Avg

-20.8%

HOWDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 305 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,259 to the NHS. This is 20.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone valerate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	305
Total Quantity	23,950
Total NHS Cost	£1,259
Presentations	13 different forms
vs National Average	-20.8%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	305 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	-20.8% 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.