Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at SMGPF

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)

155

Total Quantity

1,416

NHS Cost

£870

vs National Avg

-67.5%

SMGPF prescribed 155 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £870 to the NHS. This is 67.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	155
Total Quantity	1,416
Total NHS Cost	£870
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	-67.5%

Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	155 items
National average per practice	477 items
Difference	-67.5% 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.