GPs' preferred delayed prescribing strategy
| Delayed antibiotic prescribing strategy | High prescribing | Low prescribing | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Issue prescription in consultation and advise when to collect | 10 | 13 | 23 |
| Issue postdated prescription in consultation | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Offer recontact with clinician to agree release of prescription if symptoms worsen | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Collect prescription from reception if symptoms worsen | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Issue prescription for patients to take antibiotics then consult over telephone to stop or continue course | 1 | 0 | 1 |
GP, general practitioner.