Hydrocortisone Prescribing at STOKE/STAFFS DERMATOLOGY SERVICE
Topical corticosteroids | Skin
Items (12m)
121
Total Quantity
3,955
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
-73%
STOKE/STAFFS DERMATOLOGY SERVICE prescribed 121 items of Hydrocortisone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,935 to the NHS. This is 73% below the national average prescribing rate. Hydrocortisone is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 121 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,955 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,935 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -73% |
Hydrocortisone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 121 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 448 items |
| Difference | -73% 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.