Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at ASHDOWN FOREST HEALTH CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
527
Total Quantity
10.3K
NHS Cost
£5.7K
vs National Avg
+10.4%
ASHDOWN FOREST HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 527 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,658 to the NHS. This is 10.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 527 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,290 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,658 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +10.4% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 527 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +10.4% 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.