Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at PENTELOW PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
168
Total Quantity
2,624
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
-64.8%
PENTELOW PRACTICE prescribed 168 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,262 to the NHS. This is 64.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 168 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,624 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,262 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -64.8% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 168 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -64.8% vs national average |
Explore More
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.