Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at MEDLOCK VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
417
Total Quantity
5,718
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
-12.6%
MEDLOCK VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 417 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,320 to the NHS. This is 12.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 417 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,718 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,320 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -12.6% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 417 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -12.6% 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.