Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at CASTLEFIELDS HEALTH CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
765
Total Quantity
7,828
NHS Cost
£4.4K
vs National Avg
+60.3%
CASTLEFIELDS HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 765 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,423 to the NHS. This is 60.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 765 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,828 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,423 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +60.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 765 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +60.3% 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.