Dexamethasone Prescribing at THE HERON PRACTICE
Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations | Eye
Items (12m)
99
Total Quantity
2,985
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+65.8%
THE HERON PRACTICE prescribed 99 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,325 to the NHS. This is 65.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 99 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,985 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,325 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +65.8% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 99 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 60 items |
| Difference | +65.8% 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.