Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at NEW BARN CLOSE SURGERY

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

406

Total Quantity

31.0K

NHS Cost

£1.7K

vs National Avg

+5.5%

NEW BARN CLOSE SURGERY prescribed 406 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,740 to the NHS. This is 5.5% 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	406
Total Quantity	30,960
Total NHS Cost	£1,740
Presentations	18 different forms
vs National Average	+5.5%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	406 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	+5.5% 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.