Trimethoprim Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
474
Total Quantity
16.0K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+132%
LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 474 items of Trimethoprim over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,136 to the NHS. This is 132% above the national average prescribing rate. Trimethoprim is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 474 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,964 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,136 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +132% |
Trimethoprim Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 474 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 204 items |
| Difference | +132% 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.