Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at CHINEHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
702
Total Quantity
9,670
NHS Cost
£5.2K
vs National Avg
+47.1%
CHINEHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 702 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,228 to the NHS. This is 47.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 702 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,670 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,228 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47.1% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 702 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +47.1% 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.