Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at ISLINGTON GP FEDERATION
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
392
Total Quantity
4,026
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
-17.8%
ISLINGTON GP FEDERATION prescribed 392 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,512 to the NHS. This is 17.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 392 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,026 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,512 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -17.8% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 392 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -17.8% 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.