Dexamethasone Prescribing at OAKENHURST MEDICAL PRACTICE

Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
57
Total Quantity
2,135
NHS Cost
£187
vs National Avg
+82.9%

OAKENHURST MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 57 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £187 to the NHS. This is 82.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4

Prescribing Details

Total Items57
Total Quantity2,135
Total NHS Cost£187
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average+82.9%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice57 items
National average per practice31 items
Difference+82.9% 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.