Prednisolone Prescribing at WESTLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
Corticosteroids (endocrine) | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
929
Total Quantity
50.8K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+16.3%
WESTLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 929 items of Prednisolone over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,768 to the NHS. This is 16.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Prednisolone is classified under Corticosteroids (endocrine) in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
74
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 929 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 50,825 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,768 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.3% |
Prednisolone Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 929 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 799 items |
| Difference | +16.3% 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.