Metronidazole Prescribing at STOWHEALTH
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
273
Total Quantity
4,868
NHS Cost
£285
vs National Avg
+315.5%
STOWHEALTH prescribed 273 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £285 to the NHS. This is 315.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 273 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,868 |
| Total NHS Cost | £285 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +315.5% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 273 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +315.5% 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.