Metronidazole Prescribing at DR LOCAL CARE DIRECT OOH

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)

103

Total Quantity

4,686

NHS Cost

£2.2K

vs National Avg

+56.7%

DR LOCAL CARE DIRECT OOH prescribed 103 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,187 to the NHS. This is 56.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	103
Total Quantity	4,686
Total NHS Cost	£2,187
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+56.7%

Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison

This practice	103 items
National average per practice	66 items
Difference	+56.7% 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.