Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at KINGSWOOD SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
592
Total Quantity
11.5K
NHS Cost
£5.8K
vs National Avg
+24.1%
KINGSWOOD SURGERY prescribed 592 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,760 to the NHS. This is 24.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 592 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,490 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,760 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +24.1% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 592 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +24.1% 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.