Phenobarbital Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antiepileptic drugs | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
98
Total Quantity
5,229
NHS Cost
£837
vs National Avg
+218.7%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 98 items of Phenobarbital over the last 12 months at a cost of £837 to the NHS. This is 218.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Phenobarbital is classified under Antiepileptic drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 98 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,229 |
| Total NHS Cost | £837 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +218.7% |
Phenobarbital Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 98 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 31 items |
| Difference | +218.7% 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.