Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at LOWER CLAPTON GENERAL PRACTICE

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

659

Total Quantity

62.0K

NHS Cost

£2.8K

vs National Avg

+71.2%

LOWER CLAPTON GENERAL PRACTICE prescribed 659 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,753 to the NHS. This is 71.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone valerate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	659
Total Quantity	61,950
Total NHS Cost	£2,753
Presentations	14 different forms
vs National Average	+71.2%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	659 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	+71.2% 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.