Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at SUFFOLK GP FEDERATION OOH
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
1,786
Total Quantity
20.1K
NHS Cost
£13.1K
vs National Avg
+274.3%
SUFFOLK GP FEDERATION OOH prescribed 1,786 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,137 to the NHS. This is 274.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
124
Jul 2026
167
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,786 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,071 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,137 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +274.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,786 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +274.3% 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.