Dexamethasone Prescribing at PENRYN SURGERY

Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
71
Total Quantity
1,886
NHS Cost
£405
vs National Avg
+127.8%

PENRYN SURGERY prescribed 71 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £405 to the NHS. This is 127.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
10

Prescribing Details

Total Items71
Total Quantity1,886
Total NHS Cost£405
Presentations5 different forms
vs National Average+127.8%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice71 items
National average per practice31 items
Difference+127.8% 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.