Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at HAMSTREET SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
495
Total Quantity
5,171
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+3.7%
HAMSTREET SURGERY prescribed 495 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,555 to the NHS. This is 3.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 495 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,171 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,555 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +3.7% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 495 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +3.7% 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.