Folic acid Prescribing at DISTINGTON SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,521
Total Quantity
34.9K
NHS Cost
£778
vs National Avg
+17.2%
DISTINGTON SURGERY prescribed 1,521 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £778 to the NHS. This is 17.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
116
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
146
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
128
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,521 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,871 |
| Total NHS Cost | £778 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.2% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,521 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +17.2% 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.