Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at B & A CCG EXTENDED HOURS SERVICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
380
Total Quantity
3,778
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
-20.4%
B & A CCG EXTENDED HOURS SERVICE prescribed 380 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,498 to the NHS. This is 20.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 380 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,778 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,498 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -20.4% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 380 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -20.4% 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.