Dexamethasone Prescribing at SILVERDALE MEDICAL CENTRE
Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
40
Total Quantity
2,053
NHS Cost
£271
vs National Avg
+28.3%
SILVERDALE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 40 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £271 to the NHS. This is 28.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
No monthly data available.
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 40 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,053 |
| Total NHS Cost | £271 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +28.3% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 40 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 31 items |
| Difference | +28.3% 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.