Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing at EXTENDED ACCESS
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
2,099
Total Quantity
206.1K
NHS Cost
£8.0K
vs National Avg
+585%
EXTENDED ACCESS prescribed 2,099 items of Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,999 to the NHS. This is 585% above the national average prescribing rate. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
167
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,099 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 206,062 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,999 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +585% |
Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,099 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 306 items |
| Difference | +585% 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.