Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing at BIRKENHEAD PCN EXTENDED ACCESS
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
319
Total Quantity
27.2K
NHS Cost
£1.0K
vs National Avg
+4.1%
BIRKENHEAD PCN EXTENDED ACCESS prescribed 319 items of Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,021 to the NHS. This is 4.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 319 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,204 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,021 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +4.1% |
Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 319 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 306 items |
| Difference | +4.1% 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.