Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at LEPTON AND KIRKHEATON SURGERIES
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
359
Total Quantity
5,315
NHS Cost
£3.9K
vs National Avg
-24.8%
LEPTON AND KIRKHEATON SURGERIES prescribed 359 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,928 to the NHS. This is 24.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 359 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,315 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,928 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -24.8% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 359 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -24.8% 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.