Metronidazole Prescribing at PDS MEDICAL COMMUNITY SERVICES

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)

105

Total Quantity

1,621

NHS Cost

£162

vs National Avg

+59.8%

PDS MEDICAL COMMUNITY SERVICES prescribed 105 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £162 to the NHS. This is 59.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	105
Total Quantity	1,621
Total NHS Cost	£162
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+59.8%

Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison

This practice	105 items
National average per practice	66 items
Difference	+59.8% 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.