Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at SHAWBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
227
Total Quantity
4,142
NHS Cost
£853
vs National Avg
-52.4%
SHAWBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 227 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £853 to the NHS. This is 52.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 227 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,142 |
| Total NHS Cost | £853 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -52.4% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 227 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -52.4% 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.