Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at STAR SCHEME EXTENDED
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
722
Total Quantity
7,482
NHS Cost
£5.3K
vs National Avg
+51.3%
STAR SCHEME EXTENDED prescribed 722 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,258 to the NHS. This is 51.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
59
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 722 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,482 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,258 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +51.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 722 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +51.3% 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.