Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at FIRST CONTACT & PC PATH
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
2,798
Total Quantity
28.6K
NHS Cost
£20.2K
vs National Avg
+486.4%
FIRST CONTACT & PC PATH prescribed 2,798 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £20,243 to the NHS. This is 486.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
247
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
258
Jun 2026
244
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
281
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
246
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,798 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,610 |
| Total NHS Cost | £20,243 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +486.4% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,798 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +486.4% 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.