Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at HANDSWORTH WOOD MED.CTR.
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
382
Total Quantity
5,994
NHS Cost
£4.7K
vs National Avg
-19.9%
HANDSWORTH WOOD MED.CTR. prescribed 382 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,676 to the NHS. This is 19.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 382 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,994 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,676 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -19.9% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 382 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -19.9% 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.