Metronidazole Prescribing at PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
247
Total Quantity
4,911
NHS Cost
£656
vs National Avg
+275.9%
PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 247 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £656 to the NHS. This is 275.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 247 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,911 |
| Total NHS Cost | £656 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +275.9% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 247 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +275.9% 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.