Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at BHNC ENHANCED ACCESS SERVICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
338
Total Quantity
3,794
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
-29.2%
BHNC ENHANCED ACCESS SERVICE prescribed 338 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,446 to the NHS. This is 29.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 338 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,794 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,446 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.2% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 338 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -29.2% 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.