Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at ASKERN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
286
Total Quantity
4,047
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
-40.1%
ASKERN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 286 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,327 to the NHS. This is 40.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 286 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,047 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,327 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.1% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 286 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -40.1% 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.