Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at CALDERDALE COMMUNITY SERVICES
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
73
Total Quantity
1,118
NHS Cost
£870
vs National Avg
-84.7%
CALDERDALE COMMUNITY SERVICES prescribed 73 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £870 to the NHS. This is 84.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 73 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,118 |
| Total NHS Cost | £870 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -84.7% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 73 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -84.7% 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.