Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing at BEARSTED
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
529
Total Quantity
48.4K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+72.6%
BEARSTED prescribed 529 items of Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,879 to the NHS. This is 72.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 529 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 48,412 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,879 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +72.6% |
Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 529 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 306 items |
| Difference | +72.6% 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.