Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
539
Total Quantity
14.0K
NHS Cost
£13.6K
vs National Avg
+13%
THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE prescribed 539 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,569 to the NHS. This is 13% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 539 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,004 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,569 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 539 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +13% 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.