Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at READING URGENT CARE CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
973
Total Quantity
8,806
NHS Cost
£5.7K
vs National Avg
+103.9%
READING URGENT CARE CENTRE prescribed 973 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,701 to the NHS. This is 103.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
86
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 973 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,806 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,701 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +103.9% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 973 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +103.9% 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.