Hydrocortisone acetate Prescribing at PENKRIDGE MEDICAL PRACTICE

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

132

Total Quantity

4,590

NHS Cost

£877

vs National Avg

+99.9%

PENKRIDGE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 132 items of Hydrocortisone acetate over the last 12 months at a cost of £877 to the NHS. This is 99.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Hydrocortisone acetate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	132
Total Quantity	4,590
Total NHS Cost	£877
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+99.9%

Hydrocortisone acetate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	132 items
National average per practice	66 items
Difference	+99.9% 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.