Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at AVONSIDE HEALTH CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
576
Total Quantity
7,077
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+20.7%
AVONSIDE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 576 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,404 to the NHS. This is 20.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 576 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,077 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,404 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20.7% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 576 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +20.7% 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.