Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at PRIMARY CARE EXTENDED ACCESS
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
66
Total Quantity
618
NHS Cost
£375
vs National Avg
-86.2%
PRIMARY CARE EXTENDED ACCESS prescribed 66 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £375 to the NHS. This is 86.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 66 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 618 |
| Total NHS Cost | £375 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -86.2% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 66 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -86.2% 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.