Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
1,514
Total Quantity
22.8K
NHS Cost
£12.6K
vs National Avg
+217.3%
PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,514 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,590 to the NHS. This is 217.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
124
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
112
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
118
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,514 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,837 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,590 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +217.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,514 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +217.3% 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.