Dexamethasone Prescribing at PRIMARY HEALTHCARE DERBY
Drugs acting on the ear | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
199
Total Quantity
1,015
NHS Cost
£633
vs National Avg
+15.7%
PRIMARY HEALTHCARE DERBY prescribed 199 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £633 to the NHS. This is 15.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Drugs acting on the ear in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 199 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,015 |
| Total NHS Cost | £633 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +15.7% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 199 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 172 items |
| Difference | +15.7% 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.