Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing at MELTHAM GROUP PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
210
Total Quantity
17.9K
NHS Cost
£720
vs National Avg
-31.5%
MELTHAM GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 210 items of Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) over the last 12 months at a cost of £720 to the NHS. This is 31.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 210 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,892 |
| Total NHS Cost | £720 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -31.5% |
Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 210 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 306 items |
| Difference | -31.5% 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.