Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing at THE WATERLOO PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
364
Total Quantity
31.2K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+18.8%
THE WATERLOO PRACTICE prescribed 364 items of Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,167 to the NHS. This is 18.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 364 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,225 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,167 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.8% |
Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 364 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 306 items |
| Difference | +18.8% 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.