Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing at THE THORNTON PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
423
Total Quantity
37.1K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+38%
THE THORNTON PRACTICE prescribed 423 items of Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,457 to the NHS. This is 38% above the national average prescribing rate. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 423 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 37,138 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,457 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +38% |
Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 423 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 306 items |
| Difference | +38% 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.