Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing at EXTENDED HOURS

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)
52
Total Quantity
3,620
NHS Cost
£145
vs National Avg
-83%

EXTENDED HOURS prescribed 52 items of Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) over the last 12 months at a cost of £145 to the NHS. This is 83% below the national average prescribing rate. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6

Prescribing Details

Total Items52
Total Quantity3,620
Total NHS Cost£145
Presentations4 different forms
vs National Average-83%

Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing Comparison

This practice52 items
National average per practice306 items
Difference-83% vs national average
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.