Metronidazole Prescribing at LANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
243
Total Quantity
3,964
NHS Cost
£397
vs National Avg
+269.8%
LANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 243 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £397 to the NHS. This is 269.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 243 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,964 |
| Total NHS Cost | £397 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +269.8% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 243 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +269.8% 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.