Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
596
Total Quantity
8,042
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+24.9%
THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE prescribed 596 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,617 to the NHS. This is 24.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 596 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,042 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,617 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +24.9% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 596 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +24.9% 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.