Prednisolone Prescribing at PETERLEE PRIMARY CARE SERVICES
Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
539
Total Quantity
20.2K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
-32.5%
PETERLEE PRIMARY CARE SERVICES prescribed 539 items of Prednisolone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,069 to the NHS. This is 32.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Prednisolone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 539 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,224 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,069 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.5% |
Prednisolone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 539 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 799 items |
| Difference | -32.5% 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.