Dexamethasone Prescribing at IMPROVED ACCESS
Drugs acting on the ear | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
79
Total Quantity
420
NHS Cost
£262
vs National Avg
-54.1%
IMPROVED ACCESS prescribed 79 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £262 to the NHS. This is 54.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Drugs acting on the ear in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 79 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 420 |
| Total NHS Cost | £262 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -54.1% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 79 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 172 items |
| Difference | -54.1% 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.