Metronidazole Prescribing at DGS HEALTH
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
149
Total Quantity
2,836
NHS Cost
£240
vs National Avg
+126.7%
DGS HEALTH prescribed 149 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £240 to the NHS. This is 126.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 149 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,836 |
| Total NHS Cost | £240 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +126.7% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 149 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +126.7% 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.