Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at ALCESTER HEALTH CENTRE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)

661

Total Quantity

9,828

NHS Cost

£3.6K

vs National Avg

+38.5%

ALCESTER HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 661 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,607 to the NHS. This is 38.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	661
Total Quantity	9,828
Total NHS Cost	£3,607
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+38.5%

Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	661 items
National average per practice	477 items
Difference	+38.5% 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.