Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at RHND
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
62
Total Quantity
1,849
NHS Cost
£787
vs National Avg
-87%
RHND prescribed 62 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £787 to the NHS. This is 87% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 62 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,849 |
| Total NHS Cost | £787 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -87% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 62 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -87% 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.