Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at THE SMITHY SURGERY

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

147

Total Quantity

13.3K

NHS Cost

£705

vs National Avg

-61.8%

THE SMITHY SURGERY prescribed 147 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £705 to the NHS. This is 61.8% 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	147
Total Quantity	13,260
Total NHS Cost	£705
Presentations	13 different forms
vs National Average	-61.8%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	147 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	-61.8% 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.