Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at PENDEEN SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
578
Total Quantity
7,662
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+21.1%
PENDEEN SURGERY prescribed 578 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,271 to the NHS. This is 21.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 578 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,662 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,271 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.1% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 578 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +21.1% 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.