Folic acid Prescribing at CASTLEFIELDS
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
810
Total Quantity
27.2K
NHS Cost
£548
vs National Avg
-37.6%
CASTLEFIELDS prescribed 810 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £548 to the NHS. This is 37.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
73
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 810 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,178 |
| Total NHS Cost | £548 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.6% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 810 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -37.6% 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.