Folic acid Prescribing at DESFORD MEDICAL CENTRE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
466
Total Quantity
9,962
NHS Cost
£268
vs National Avg
-64.1%
DESFORD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 466 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £268 to the NHS. This is 64.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 466 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,962 |
| Total NHS Cost | £268 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -64.1% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 466 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -64.1% 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.