Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at OAKLEIGH ROAD HEALTH CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
368
Total Quantity
5,777
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
-22.9%
OAKLEIGH ROAD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 368 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,326 to the NHS. This is 22.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 368 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,777 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,326 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.9% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 368 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -22.9% 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.