Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at NHS NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ICB
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
53
Total Quantity
1,060
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
-88.9%
NHS NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ICB prescribed 53 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,070 to the NHS. This is 88.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 53 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,060 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,070 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -88.9% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 53 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -88.9% 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.