Folic acid Prescribing at CHEW MEDICAL PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,758
Total Quantity
29.4K
NHS Cost
£647
vs National Avg
+35.4%
CHEW MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,758 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £647 to the NHS. This is 35.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
172
Jun 2026
146
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
162
Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
151
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
143
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,758 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,449 |
| Total NHS Cost | £647 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +35.4% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,758 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +35.4% 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.