Metronidazole Prescribing at BIRKWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
153
Total Quantity
2,671
NHS Cost
£166
vs National Avg
+132.8%
BIRKWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 153 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £166 to the NHS. This is 132.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 153 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,671 |
| Total NHS Cost | £166 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +132.8% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 153 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +132.8% 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.