Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at WIVENHOE SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
577
Total Quantity
7,900
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+20.9%
WIVENHOE SURGERY prescribed 577 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,700 to the NHS. This is 20.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 577 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,900 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,700 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20.9% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 577 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +20.9% 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.