Betamethasone valerate Prescribing at THE THORNTON PRACTICE

Topical corticosteroids | Skin

Items (12m)

835

Total Quantity

56.7K

NHS Cost

£3.7K

vs National Avg

+116.9%

THE THORNTON PRACTICE prescribed 835 items of Betamethasone valerate over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,737 to the NHS. This is 116.9% 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	835
Total Quantity	56,660
Total NHS Cost	£3,737
Presentations	17 different forms
vs National Average	+116.9%

Betamethasone valerate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	835 items
National average per practice	385 items
Difference	+116.9% vs national average

Explore More

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.