Metronidazole Prescribing at LONGTON HEALTH CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
71
Total Quantity
1,384
NHS Cost
£164
vs National Avg
+8%
LONGTON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 71 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £164 to the NHS. This is 8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 71 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,384 |
| Total NHS Cost | £164 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +8% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 71 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +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.