Metronidazole Prescribing at THE DOWNEND HEALTH GROUP
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
161
Total Quantity
2,752
NHS Cost
£213
vs National Avg
+145%
THE DOWNEND HEALTH GROUP prescribed 161 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £213 to the NHS. This is 145% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 161 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,752 |
| Total NHS Cost | £213 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +145% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 161 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +145% 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.