Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at SUFFOLK GP+

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

500

Total Quantity

27.5K

NHS Cost

£2.5K

vs National Avg

+29.9%

SUFFOLK GP+ prescribed 500 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,488 to the NHS. This is 29.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone valerate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	500
Total Quantity	27,484
Total NHS Cost	£2,488
Presentations	17 different forms
vs National Average	+29.9%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	500 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	+29.9% 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.