Trimethoprim Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
293
Total Quantity
10.8K
NHS Cost
£621
vs National Avg
+43.4%
GP DIRECT prescribed 293 items of Trimethoprim over the last 12 months at a cost of £621 to the NHS. This is 43.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Trimethoprim is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 293 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,780 |
| Total NHS Cost | £621 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +43.4% |
Trimethoprim Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 293 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 204 items |
| Difference | +43.4% 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.