Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at GLOUCESTER HEALTH ACCESS CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
466
Total Quantity
5,470
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
-2.3%
GLOUCESTER HEALTH ACCESS CENTRE prescribed 466 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,642 to the NHS. This is 2.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 466 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,470 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,642 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -2.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 466 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -2.3% 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.