Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at UNDERWOOD SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
624
Total Quantity
10.9K
NHS Cost
£9.0K
vs National Avg
+30.8%
UNDERWOOD SURGERY prescribed 624 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,049 to the NHS. This is 30.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 624 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,862 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,049 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.8% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 624 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +30.8% 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.