Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing at SMGPF
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
157
Total Quantity
16.0K
NHS Cost
£565
vs National Avg
-48.8%
SMGPF prescribed 157 items of Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) over the last 12 months at a cost of £565 to the NHS. This is 48.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 157 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,988 |
| Total NHS Cost | £565 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -48.8% |
Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 157 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 306 items |
| Difference | -48.8% 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.