Dexamethasone Prescribing at THE DOWNEND HEALTH GROUP
Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
149
Total Quantity
4,959
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+378.1%
THE DOWNEND HEALTH GROUP prescribed 149 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,184 to the NHS. This is 378.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 149 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,959 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,184 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +378.1% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 149 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 31 items |
| Difference | +378.1% 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.