Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

613

Total Quantity

49.3K

NHS Cost

£2.7K

vs National Avg

+59.2%

THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE prescribed 613 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,727 to the NHS. This is 59.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone valerate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	613
Total Quantity	49,290
Total NHS Cost	£2,727
Presentations	15 different forms
vs National Average	+59.2%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	613 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	+59.2% 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.