Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing at DERWENT PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
708
Total Quantity
59.5K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+131%
DERWENT PRACTICE prescribed 708 items of Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,333 to the NHS. This is 131% above the national average prescribing rate. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
65
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 708 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 59,490 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,333 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +131% |
Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 708 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 306 items |
| Difference | +131% 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.