Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at OAK LODGE MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
656
Total Quantity
11.1K
NHS Cost
£8.0K
vs National Avg
+37.5%
OAK LODGE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 656 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,998 to the NHS. This is 37.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 656 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,094 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,998 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +37.5% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 656 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +37.5% 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.