Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at GRAVESEND MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
701
Total Quantity
9,195
NHS Cost
£4.8K
vs National Avg
+46.9%
GRAVESEND MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 701 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,824 to the NHS. This is 46.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 701 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,195 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,824 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +46.9% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 701 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +46.9% 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.