Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing at NEW RIVER HEALTH
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
465
Total Quantity
47.1K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+51.7%
NEW RIVER HEALTH prescribed 465 items of Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,759 to the NHS. This is 51.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 465 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 47,112 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,759 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +51.7% |
Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 465 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 306 items |
| Difference | +51.7% 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.