Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at ST JOHN'S MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
717
Total Quantity
15.0K
NHS Cost
£13.2K
vs National Avg
+50.3%
ST JOHN'S MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 717 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,227 to the NHS. This is 50.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 717 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,985 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,227 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +50.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 717 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +50.3% 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.