Hydrocortisone Prescribing at THE WESTWOOD SURGERY

Local preparations for anal and rectal disorders | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

1,910

NHS Cost

£510

vs National Avg

+5.3%

THE WESTWOOD SURGERY prescribed 80 items of Hydrocortisone over the last 12 months at a cost of £510 to the NHS. This is 5.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Hydrocortisone is classified under Local preparations for anal and rectal disorders in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	80
Total Quantity	1,910
Total NHS Cost	£510
Presentations	10 different forms
vs National Average	+5.3%

Hydrocortisone Prescribing Comparison

This practice	80 items
National average per practice	76 items
Difference	+5.3% 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.