Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at ASHLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)

171

Total Quantity

2,924

NHS Cost

£1.3K

vs National Avg

-64.2%

ASHLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 171 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,332 to the NHS. This is 64.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	171
Total Quantity	2,924
Total NHS Cost	£1,332
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-64.2%

Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	171 items
National average per practice	477 items
Difference	-64.2% 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.