Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at SHAFTESBURY MEDICAL CTR.
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
986
Total Quantity
19.1K
NHS Cost
£19.4K
vs National Avg
+106.6%
SHAFTESBURY MEDICAL CTR. prescribed 986 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,401 to the NHS. This is 106.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
70
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 986 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,133 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,401 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +106.6% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 986 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +106.6% 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.