Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at HIGHAM FERRERS SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
238
Total Quantity
3,794
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
-50.1%
HIGHAM FERRERS SURGERY prescribed 238 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,494 to the NHS. This is 50.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 238 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,794 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,494 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -50.1% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 238 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -50.1% 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.