Betamethasone esters Prescribing at ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

107

Total Quantity

6,780

NHS Cost

£761

vs National Avg

+77.4%

ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 107 items of Betamethasone esters over the last 12 months at a cost of £761 to the NHS. This is 77.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone esters is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	107
Total Quantity	6,780
Total NHS Cost	£761
Presentations	8 different forms
vs National Average	+77.4%

Betamethasone esters Prescribing Comparison

This practice	107 items
National average per practice	60 items
Difference	+77.4% 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.