Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at THORPEWOOD MEDICAL GROUP
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
719
Total Quantity
14.7K
NHS Cost
£6.7K
vs National Avg
+50.7%
THORPEWOOD MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 719 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,741 to the NHS. This is 50.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 719 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,720 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,741 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +50.7% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 719 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +50.7% 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.