Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at DUNELM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
705
Total Quantity
8,942
NHS Cost
£6.6K
vs National Avg
+47.7%
DUNELM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 705 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,566 to the NHS. This is 47.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 705 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,942 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,566 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47.7% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 705 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +47.7% vs national average |
Explore More
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.