Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at LOWFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
208
Total Quantity
3,491
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
-56.4%
LOWFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 208 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,622 to the NHS. This is 56.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 208 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,491 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,622 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -56.4% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 208 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -56.4% 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.