Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at CHEAM FAMILY PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
1,002
Total Quantity
17.8K
NHS Cost
£11.3K
vs National Avg
+110%
CHEAM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 1,002 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,262 to the NHS. This is 110% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
88
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,002 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,795 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,262 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +110% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,002 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +110% 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.