Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at SIDCUP MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
1,772
Total Quantity
23.0K
NHS Cost
£12.4K
vs National Avg
+271.4%
SIDCUP MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,772 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,362 to the NHS. This is 271.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
146
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
124
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,772 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,027 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,362 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +271.4% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,772 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +271.4% 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.