Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at MAYDAY & THORNTON HEATH EXTENDED ACCESS
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
433
Total Quantity
4,620
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
-9.3%
MAYDAY & THORNTON HEATH EXTENDED ACCESS prescribed 433 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,948 to the NHS. This is 9.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 433 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,620 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,948 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -9.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 433 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -9.3% 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.