Dexamethasone Prescribing at ST ANDREW'S MEDICAL PRACTICE
Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
165
Total Quantity
3,528
NHS Cost
£432
vs National Avg
+429.4%
ST ANDREW'S MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 165 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £432 to the NHS. This is 429.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 165 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,528 |
| Total NHS Cost | £432 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +429.4% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 165 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 31 items |
| Difference | +429.4% 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.