Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at NIGHTINGALE MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
527
Total Quantity
7,154
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
+10.4%
NIGHTINGALE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 527 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,136 to the NHS. This is 10.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 527 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,154 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,136 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +10.4% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 527 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +10.4% 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.