Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at SALTASH HEALTH CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
682
Total Quantity
8,739
NHS Cost
£5.1K
vs National Avg
+42.9%
SALTASH HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 682 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,087 to the NHS. This is 42.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 682 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,739 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,087 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +42.9% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 682 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +42.9% 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.