Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at ST ALBANS SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
298
Total Quantity
3,752
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
-37.5%
ST ALBANS SURGERY prescribed 298 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,580 to the NHS. This is 37.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 298 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,752 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,580 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.5% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 298 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -37.5% 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.