Dexamethasone Prescribing at MARTLETS HOSPICE

Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
55
Total Quantity
2,716
NHS Cost
£340
vs National Avg
+76.5%

MARTLETS HOSPICE prescribed 55 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £340 to the NHS. This is 76.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
2

Prescribing Details

Total Items55
Total Quantity2,716
Total NHS Cost£340
Presentations4 different forms
vs National Average+76.5%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice55 items
National average per practice31 items
Difference+76.5% vs national average
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.