Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at THE ORCHARD SURGERY

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

221

Total Quantity

19.6K

NHS Cost

£1.2K

vs National Avg

-42.6%

THE ORCHARD SURGERY prescribed 221 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,210 to the NHS. This is 42.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Betamethasone valerate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	221
Total Quantity	19,570
Total NHS Cost	£1,210
Presentations	14 different forms
vs National Average	-42.6%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	221 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	-42.6% 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.