Metronidazole Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
250
Total Quantity
4,708
NHS Cost
£735
vs National Avg
+280.5%
GP DIRECT prescribed 250 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £735 to the NHS. This is 280.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 250 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,708 |
| Total NHS Cost | £735 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +280.5% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 250 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +280.5% 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.