Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at ASHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
671
Total Quantity
10.2K
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
+40.6%
ASHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 671 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,113 to the NHS. This is 40.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
74
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 671 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,247 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,113 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +40.6% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 671 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +40.6% 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.