Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
173
Total Quantity
2,067
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
-63.7%
ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 173 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,232 to the NHS. This is 63.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 173 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,067 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,232 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -63.7% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 173 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -63.7% 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.