Diflucortolone valerate vs Hydrocortisone
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Hydrocortisone was dispensed 305,626.0× as often as Diflucortolone valerate in March 2026 — 305,626 items versus 1 in England.
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Diflucortolone valerate · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
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Hydrocortisone · March 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Diflucortolone valerate versus Hydrocortisone: national items dispensed by month
▬ Diflucortolone valerate · ╌ Hydrocortisone
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to March 2026
| Measure | Diflucortolone valerate | Hydrocortisone |
|---|---|---|
| Items, March 2026 | 1 | 305,626 |
| Items, last 12 months | 30 | 3,346,089 |
| Net ingredient cost, March 2026 | £15 | £1,910,657 |
See the full profile for Diflucortolone valerate or Hydrocortisone.