Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at BLACKETTS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
749
Total Quantity
11.5K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+57%
BLACKETTS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 749 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,655 to the NHS. This is 57% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 749 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,486 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,655 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +57% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 749 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +57% 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.