Metronidazole Prescribing at TAMAR VALLEY HEALTH
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
159
Total Quantity
3,526
NHS Cost
£604
vs National Avg
+142%
TAMAR VALLEY HEALTH prescribed 159 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £604 to the NHS. This is 142% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 159 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,526 |
| Total NHS Cost | £604 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +142% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 159 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +142% 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.