Dexamethasone Prescribing at TESSA JOWELL GP SURGERY

Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations | Eye

Items (12m)

116

Total Quantity

4,424

NHS Cost

£2.3K

vs National Avg

+94.3%

TESSA JOWELL GP SURGERY prescribed 116 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,263 to the NHS. This is 94.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	116
Total Quantity	4,424
Total NHS Cost	£2,263
Presentations	8 different forms
vs National Average	+94.3%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice	116 items
National average per practice	60 items
Difference	+94.3% 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.