Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at RIDGACRE HOUSE SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
623
Total Quantity
7,852
NHS Cost
£3.9K
vs National Avg
+30.6%
RIDGACRE HOUSE SURGERY prescribed 623 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,925 to the NHS. This is 30.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 623 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,852 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,925 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.6% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 623 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +30.6% 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.