Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at KINGSKERSWELL & IPPLEPEN MED PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
1,032
Total Quantity
19.5K
NHS Cost
£9.9K
vs National Avg
+116.3%
KINGSKERSWELL & IPPLEPEN MED PRACTICE prescribed 1,032 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,865 to the NHS. This is 116.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
83
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,032 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,473 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,865 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +116.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,032 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +116.3% 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.