Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at WELLS HEALTH CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
660
Total Quantity
7,596
NHS Cost
£4.4K
vs National Avg
+38.3%
WELLS HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 660 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,397 to the NHS. This is 38.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 660 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,596 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,397 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +38.3% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 660 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +38.3% 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.