Ceftazidime pentahydrate vs Nitrofurantoin
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Nitrofurantoin was dispensed 66,748.2× as often as Ceftazidime pentahydrate in May 2026 — 333,741 items versus 5 in England.
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Ceftazidime pentahydrate · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
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Nitrofurantoin · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Ceftazidime pentahydrate versus Nitrofurantoin: national items dispensed by month
▬ Ceftazidime pentahydrate · ╌ Nitrofurantoin
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Ceftazidime pentahydrate | Nitrofurantoin |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 5 | 333,741 |
| Items, last 12 months | 88 | 4,416,505 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £1,382 | £2,268,636 |
See the full profile for Ceftazidime pentahydrate or Nitrofurantoin.