Dexamethasone Prescribing at SHIRLAND MEDICAL

Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations | Eye

Items (12m)
77
Total Quantity
939
NHS Cost
£403
vs National Avg
+29%

SHIRLAND MEDICAL prescribed 77 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £403 to the NHS. This is 29% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
5

Prescribing Details

Total Items77
Total Quantity939
Total NHS Cost£403
Presentations11 different forms
vs National Average+29%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice77 items
National average per practice60 items
Difference+29% 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.