Dexamethasone Prescribing at THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE

Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
62
Total Quantity
1,757
NHS Cost
£193
vs National Avg
+98.9%

THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 62 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £193 to the NHS. This is 98.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
2

Prescribing Details

Total Items62
Total Quantity1,757
Total NHS Cost£193
Presentations4 different forms
vs National Average+98.9%

Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison

This practice62 items
National average per practice31 items
Difference+98.9% vs national average
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.