Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at FOUNTAIN MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
539
Total Quantity
6,122
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+13%
FOUNTAIN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 539 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,340 to the NHS. This is 13% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 539 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,122 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,340 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 539 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +13% 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.