Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at CLAPHAM FAMILY PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
579
Total Quantity
7,320
NHS Cost
£4.1K
vs National Avg
+21.3%
CLAPHAM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 579 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,121 to the NHS. This is 21.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 579 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,320 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,121 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 579 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +21.3% 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.