Ferrous sulfate Prescribing at BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

919

Total Quantity

26.0K

NHS Cost

£1.3K

vs National Avg

+78.7%

BIRCHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 919 items of Ferrous sulfate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,340 to the NHS. This is 78.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Ferrous sulfate is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

112

Prescribing Details

Total Items	919
Total Quantity	25,972
Total NHS Cost	£1,340
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+78.7%

Ferrous sulfate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	919 items
National average per practice	514 items
Difference	+78.7% 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.