Metronidazole Prescribing at WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
159
Total Quantity
3,402
NHS Cost
£864
vs National Avg
+142%
WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 159 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £864 to the NHS. This is 142% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 159 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,402 |
| Total NHS Cost | £864 |
| Presentations | 4 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.