Trimethoprim Prescribing at STAR SCHEME EXTENDED
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
360
Total Quantity
16.8K
NHS Cost
£897
vs National Avg
+76.2%
STAR SCHEME EXTENDED prescribed 360 items of Trimethoprim over the last 12 months at a cost of £897 to the NHS. This is 76.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Trimethoprim is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 360 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,775 |
| Total NHS Cost | £897 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +76.2% |
Trimethoprim Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 360 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 204 items |
| Difference | +76.2% 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.