Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at CHEADLE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
710
Total Quantity
7,594
NHS Cost
£4.7K
vs National Avg
+48.8%
CHEADLE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 710 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,687 to the NHS. This is 48.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 710 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,594 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,687 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +48.8% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 710 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +48.8% 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.