Dexamethasone Prescribing at OCTAGON MEDICAL CENTRE

Drugs acting on the ear | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx

Items (12m)

105

Total Quantity

570

NHS Cost

£355

vs National Avg

-38.9%

OCTAGON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 105 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £355 to the NHS. This is 38.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Drugs acting on the ear in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	105
Total Quantity	570
Total NHS Cost	£355
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-38.9%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice	105 items
National average per practice	172 items
Difference	-38.9% 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.