Metronidazole Prescribing at SHIPLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE-AFFINITY CARE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)

144

Total Quantity

2,404

NHS Cost

£215

vs National Avg

+119.1%

SHIPLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE-AFFINITY CARE prescribed 144 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £215 to the NHS. This is 119.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	144
Total Quantity	2,404
Total NHS Cost	£215
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+119.1%

Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison

This practice	144 items
National average per practice	66 items
Difference	+119.1% 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.