Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at FAIRBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
746
Total Quantity
9,237
NHS Cost
£5.0K
vs National Avg
+56.3%
FAIRBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 746 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,977 to the NHS. This is 56.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 746 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,237 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,977 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +56.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 746 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +56.3% 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.