Dexamethasone Prescribing at WEST LANCS HC-UCC
Drugs acting on the ear | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx
Items (12m)
148
Total Quantity
750
NHS Cost
£468
vs National Avg
-13.9%
WEST LANCS HC-UCC prescribed 148 items of Dexamethasone over the last 12 months at a cost of £468 to the NHS. This is 13.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Dexamethasone is classified under Drugs acting on the ear in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 148 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 750 |
| Total NHS Cost | £468 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.9% |
Dexamethasone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 148 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 172 items |
| Difference | -13.9% 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.