Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at THE LAKESIDE PRACTICE

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

498

Total Quantity

35.5K

NHS Cost

£2.0K

vs National Avg

+29.3%

THE LAKESIDE PRACTICE prescribed 498 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,005 to the NHS. This is 29.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone valerate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	498
Total Quantity	35,460
Total NHS Cost	£2,005
Presentations	15 different forms
vs National Average	+29.3%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	498 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	+29.3% 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.