Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at RIVERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

661

Total Quantity

55.1K

NHS Cost

£4.0K

vs National Avg

+71.7%

RIVERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 661 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,961 to the NHS. This is 71.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone valerate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	661
Total Quantity	55,078
Total NHS Cost	£3,961
Presentations	16 different forms
vs National Average	+71.7%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	661 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	+71.7% 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.