Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
609
Total Quantity
7,078
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+27.6%
RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 609 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,736 to the NHS. This is 27.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 609 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,078 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,736 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27.6% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 609 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +27.6% 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.