Dexamethasone Prescribing at URGENT GP CLINIC (LUTON)
Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
151
Total Quantity
12.5K
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+384.5%
URGENT GP CLINIC (LUTON) prescribed 151 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,515 to the NHS. This is 384.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 151 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,523 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,515 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +384.5% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 151 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 31 items |
| Difference | +384.5% 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.