Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at CASTLECROFT MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
703
Total Quantity
9,966
NHS Cost
£6.8K
vs National Avg
+47.3%
CASTLECROFT MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 703 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,819 to the NHS. This is 47.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 703 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,966 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,819 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 703 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +47.3% 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.