Folic acid Prescribing at DAM HEAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
519
Total Quantity
22.0K
NHS Cost
£641
vs National Avg
-60%
DAM HEAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 519 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £641 to the NHS. This is 60% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 519 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,008 |
| Total NHS Cost | £641 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -60% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 519 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -60% 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.