Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at BELMONT HEALTH CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
771
Total Quantity
10.5K
NHS Cost
£8.7K
vs National Avg
+61.6%
BELMONT HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 771 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,731 to the NHS. This is 61.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 771 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,478 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,731 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +61.6% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 771 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +61.6% 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.