Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at FORREST MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
613
Total Quantity
7,217
NHS Cost
£4.2K
vs National Avg
+28.5%
FORREST MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 613 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,240 to the NHS. This is 28.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 613 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,217 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,240 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +28.5% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 613 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +28.5% 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.