Folic acid Prescribing at CHEAM FAMILY PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
903
Total Quantity
21.1K
NHS Cost
£479
vs National Avg
-30.4%
CHEAM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 903 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £479 to the NHS. This is 30.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
79
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 903 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,105 |
| Total NHS Cost | £479 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.4% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 903 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -30.4% 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.