Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at RIVERSIDE FAMILY PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
231
Total Quantity
2,358
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
-51.6%
RIVERSIDE FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 231 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,284 to the NHS. This is 51.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 231 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,358 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,284 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -51.6% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 231 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -51.6% 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.