Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at MEREPARK MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
536
Total Quantity
7,556
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+12.3%
MEREPARK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 536 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,343 to the NHS. This is 12.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 536 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,556 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,343 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +12.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 536 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +12.3% 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.