Ferrous sulfate Prescribing at BEACON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
6,838
Total Quantity
273.5K
NHS Cost
£9.4K
vs National Avg
+1229.9%
BEACON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 6,838 items of Ferrous sulfate over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,393 to the NHS. This is 1229.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Ferrous sulfate is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
588
Jun 2026
556
Jun 2026
616
Jun 2026
544
Jun 2026
590
Jun 2026
585
Jun 2026
562
Jun 2026
544
Jun 2026
573
Jun 2026
535
Jun 2026
575
Jun 2026
570
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,838 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 273,476 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,393 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1229.9% |
Ferrous sulfate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,838 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 514 items |
| Difference | +1229.9% 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.