Dexamethasone Prescribing at KINGSTON PRIMARY CARE EXTENDED SERVICE
Drugs acting on the ear | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
272
Total Quantity
1,490
NHS Cost
£929
vs National Avg
+58.2%
KINGSTON PRIMARY CARE EXTENDED SERVICE prescribed 272 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £929 to the NHS. This is 58.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Drugs acting on the ear in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 272 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,490 |
| Total NHS Cost | £929 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +58.2% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 272 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 172 items |
| Difference | +58.2% 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.