Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at AMERSHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
562
Total Quantity
8,966
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+17.8%
AMERSHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 562 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,782 to the NHS. This is 17.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 562 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,966 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,782 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.8% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 562 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +17.8% 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.