Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at SUMMERFIELD GROUP PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
347
Total Quantity
3,317
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
-27.3%
SUMMERFIELD GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 347 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,420 to the NHS. This is 27.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 347 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,317 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,420 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -27.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 347 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -27.3% 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.