Description
This measure details the rate per 100 people dispensed amoxicillin with clavulanic acid one or more times in a year. Amoxicillin with clavulanic acid is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. Broad-spectrum antibiotics are associated with antimicrobial resistance and are generally recommended only for specific indications.
Measure set
Notes about this measure set
Numerator
People dispensed amoxicillin with clavulanic acid in a year.
Denominator
People who had a GP consultation in a year.
Denominator detail
Chemicals: amoxicillin with clavulanic acid 1070.
Denominator exclusions
Responsible organisation(s)
Resources
Measure Technical Document: People dispensed amoxicillin with clavulanic acid one or more times in a year (.pdf)
Resource Type
Description
This document contains a detailed definition of the measure.