Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at SOMERSET MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
93
Total Quantity
1,212
NHS Cost
£520
vs National Avg
-80.5%
SOMERSET MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 93 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £520 to the NHS. This is 80.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 93 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,212 |
| Total NHS Cost | £520 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -80.5% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 93 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -80.5% 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.