Hydrocortisone Prescribing at PORTCHESTER PRACTICE

Local preparations for anal and rectal disorders | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

245

Total Quantity

6,357

NHS Cost

£1.2K

vs National Avg

+222.6%

PORTCHESTER PRACTICE prescribed 245 items of Hydrocortisone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,232 to the NHS. This is 222.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Hydrocortisone is classified under Local preparations for anal and rectal disorders in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	245
Total Quantity	6,357
Total NHS Cost	£1,232
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	+222.6%

Hydrocortisone Prescribing Comparison

This practice	245 items
National average per practice	76 items
Difference	+222.6% 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.