Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
717
Total Quantity
10.2K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
+50.3%
ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 717 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,888 to the NHS. This is 50.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 717 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,234 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,888 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +50.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 717 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +50.3% 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.