Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at HEDINGHAM MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
846
Total Quantity
21.2K
NHS Cost
£18.9K
vs National Avg
+77.3%
HEDINGHAM MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 846 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £18,935 to the NHS. This is 77.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 846 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,215 |
| Total NHS Cost | £18,935 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +77.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 846 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +77.3% 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.