Metronidazole Prescribing at PENROSE SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
83
Total Quantity
1,548
NHS Cost
£270
vs National Avg
+26.3%
PENROSE SURGERY prescribed 83 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £270 to the NHS. This is 26.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 83 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,548 |
| Total NHS Cost | £270 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.3% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 83 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +26.3% 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.