Metronidazole Prescribing at YOUR FAMILY PRACTICE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

1,256

NHS Cost

£71

vs National Avg

+35.4%

YOUR FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 89 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £71 to the NHS. This is 35.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	89
Total Quantity	1,256
Total NHS Cost	£71
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+35.4%

Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison

This practice	89 items
National average per practice	66 items
Difference	+35.4% 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.