Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at LOSTOCK MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
438
Total Quantity
5,457
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
-8.2%
LOSTOCK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 438 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,437 to the NHS. This is 8.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 438 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,457 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,437 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -8.2% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 438 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -8.2% 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.