Folic acid Prescribing at BUCKFASTLEIGH MEDICAL CENTRE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,108
Total Quantity
38.6K
NHS Cost
£805
vs National Avg
-14.6%
BUCKFASTLEIGH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,108 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £805 to the NHS. This is 14.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
101
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,108 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 38,644 |
| Total NHS Cost | £805 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -14.6% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,108 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -14.6% 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.