Ceftazidime pentahydrate vs Nitrofurantoin
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Nitrofurantoin was dispensed 42,663.8× as often as Ceftazidime pentahydrate in April 2026 — 341,310 items versus 8 in England.
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Ceftazidime pentahydrate · April 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
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Nitrofurantoin · April 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 April 2026
| Measure | Ceftazidime pentahydrate | Nitrofurantoin |
|---|---|---|
| Items, April 2026 | 8 | 341,310 |
| Items, last 12 months | 89 | 4,433,977 |
| Net ingredient cost, April 2026 | £1,690 | £2,322,288 |
See the full profile for Ceftazidime pentahydrate or Nitrofurantoin.