Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at FIRSTCARE PRACTICE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)

261

Total Quantity

3,422

NHS Cost

£2.6K

vs National Avg

-45.3%

FIRSTCARE PRACTICE prescribed 261 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,563 to the NHS. This is 45.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	261
Total Quantity	3,422
Total NHS Cost	£2,563
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-45.3%

Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	261 items
National average per practice	477 items
Difference	-45.3% 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.