Metronidazole Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
101
Total Quantity
1,742
NHS Cost
£86
vs National Avg
+53.7%
BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 101 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £86 to the NHS. This is 53.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 101 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,742 |
| Total NHS Cost | £86 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +53.7% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 101 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +53.7% 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.