Hydrocortisone acetate Prescribing at THE SMETHWICK MEDICAL CENTRE
Topical corticosteroids | Skin
Items (12m)
141
Total Quantity
4,470
NHS Cost
£854
vs National Avg
+113.6%
THE SMETHWICK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 141 items of Hydrocortisone acetate over the last 12 months at a cost of £854 to the NHS. This is 113.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Hydrocortisone acetate is classified under Topical corticosteroids in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 141 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,470 |
| Total NHS Cost | £854 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +113.6% |
Hydrocortisone acetate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 141 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +113.6% 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.