Metronidazole Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)
92
Total Quantity
1,650
NHS Cost
£194
vs National Avg
+40%

BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 92 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £194 to the NHS. This is 40% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
1

Prescribing Details

Total Items92
Total Quantity1,650
Total NHS Cost£194
Presentations4 different forms
vs National Average+40%

Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison

This practice92 items
National average per practice66 items
Difference+40% vs national average
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.