Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at BIRBECK MEDICAL GROUP

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)

1,009

Total Quantity

14.4K

NHS Cost

£6.7K

vs National Avg

+111.5%

BIRBECK MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 1,009 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,708 to the NHS. This is 111.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,009
Total Quantity	14,377
Total NHS Cost	£6,708
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+111.5%

Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,009 items
National average per practice	477 items
Difference	+111.5% 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.