Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at DCHS URGENT TREATMENT CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
919
Total Quantity
8,292
NHS Cost
£5.5K
vs National Avg
+92.6%
DCHS URGENT TREATMENT CENTRE prescribed 919 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,495 to the NHS. This is 92.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
118
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 919 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,292 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,495 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +92.6% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 919 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +92.6% 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.