Nitazoxanide vs Nitrofurantoin
National NHS prescribing compared (Prescription Cost Analysis)
Nitrofurantoin was dispensed 333,741.0× as often as Nitazoxanide in May 2026 — 333,741 items versus 1 in England.
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Nitazoxanide · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
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Nitrofurantoin · May 2026
NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis
Figure 1. Nitazoxanide versus Nitrofurantoin: national items dispensed by month
▬ Nitazoxanide · ╌ Nitrofurantoin
Source: NHSBSA Prescription Cost Analysis, to May 2026
| Measure | Nitazoxanide | Nitrofurantoin |
|---|---|---|
| Items, May 2026 | 1 | 333,741 |
| Items, last 12 months | 13 | 4,416,505 |
| Net ingredient cost, May 2026 | £2,572 | £2,268,636 |
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