Trimethoprim Prescribing at CUMBRIA HEALTH
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
656
Total Quantity
30.0K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+221%
CUMBRIA HEALTH prescribed 656 items of Trimethoprim over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,562 to the NHS. This is 221% above the national average prescribing rate. Trimethoprim is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 656 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,956 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,562 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +221% |
Trimethoprim Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 656 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 204 items |
| Difference | +221% 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.