Ferrous sulfate Prescribing at BEACON PRIMARY CARE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
2,095
Total Quantity
93.5K
NHS Cost
£4.5K
vs National Avg
+307.4%
BEACON PRIMARY CARE prescribed 2,095 items of Ferrous sulfate over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,550 to the NHS. This is 307.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Ferrous sulfate is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
170
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
166
Jun 2026
174
Jun 2026
183
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
178
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,095 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 93,533 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,550 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +307.4% |
Ferrous sulfate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,095 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 514 items |
| Difference | +307.4% 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.