Trimethoprim Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
242
Total Quantity
11.0K
NHS Cost
£608
vs National Avg
+18.4%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 242 items of Trimethoprim over the last 12 months at a cost of £608 to the NHS. This is 18.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Trimethoprim is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 242 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,991 |
| Total NHS Cost | £608 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.4% |
Trimethoprim Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 242 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 204 items |
| Difference | +18.4% 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.