Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at MENDIP VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
2,366
Total Quantity
24.4K
NHS Cost
£13.8K
vs National Avg
+395.8%
MENDIP VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,366 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,786 to the NHS. This is 395.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
203
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
208
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
165
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,366 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,391 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,786 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +395.8% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,366 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +395.8% 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.