Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at THORNTON HEATH MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
212
Total Quantity
2,812
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
-55.6%
THORNTON HEATH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 212 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,822 to the NHS. This is 55.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 212 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,812 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,822 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -55.6% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 212 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | -55.6% 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.