Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at LEITH HILL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
581
Total Quantity
6,148
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+21.8%
LEITH HILL PRACTICE prescribed 581 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,547 to the NHS. This is 21.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 581 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,148 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,547 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.8% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 581 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +21.8% 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.