Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at NETHERLEY HEALTH CENTRE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)

179

Total Quantity

2,295

NHS Cost

£1.2K

vs National Avg

-62.5%

NETHERLEY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 179 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,172 to the NHS. This is 62.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	179
Total Quantity	2,295
Total NHS Cost	£1,172
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	-62.5%

Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	179 items
National average per practice	477 items
Difference	-62.5% 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.