Dexamethasone Prescribing at UPTON LANE MEDICAL CENTRE
Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations | Eye
Items (12m)
130
Total Quantity
2,788
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+117.7%
UPTON LANE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 130 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,406 to the NHS. This is 117.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory preparations in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 130 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,788 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,406 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +117.7% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 130 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 60 items |
| Difference | +117.7% 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.