Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing at WEST4 GPS
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
236
Total Quantity
19.7K
NHS Cost
£846
vs National Avg
-23%
WEST4 GPS prescribed 236 items of Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) over the last 12 months at a cost of £846 to the NHS. This is 23% below the national average prescribing rate. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 236 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,706 |
| Total NHS Cost | £846 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23% |
Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 236 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 306 items |
| Difference | -23% 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.