Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at NEWHAM PCN

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

587

Total Quantity

38.6K

NHS Cost

£3.4K

vs National Avg

+52.5%

NEWHAM PCN prescribed 587 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,423 to the NHS. This is 52.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone valerate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	587
Total Quantity	38,590
Total NHS Cost	£3,423
Presentations	14 different forms
vs National Average	+52.5%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	587 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	+52.5% 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.