Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at BRIDGEWATER SURGERIES
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
2,243
Total Quantity
31.1K
NHS Cost
£16.9K
vs National Avg
+370.1%
BRIDGEWATER SURGERIES prescribed 2,243 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £16,919 to the NHS. This is 370.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
207
Jun 2026
208
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
140
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,243 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,051 |
| Total NHS Cost | £16,919 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +370.1% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,243 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +370.1% 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.