Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at ECCLES & IRLAM PCN HUB
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
300
Total Quantity
2,676
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
-37.1%
ECCLES & IRLAM PCN HUB prescribed 300 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,722 to the NHS. This is 37.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 300 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,676 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,722 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.1% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 300 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -37.1% 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.