Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at LEEK HEALTH CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
607
Total Quantity
8,155
NHS Cost
£5.2K
vs National Avg
+27.2%
LEEK HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 607 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,208 to the NHS. This is 27.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 607 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,155 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,208 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27.2% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 607 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +27.2% 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.