Folic acid Prescribing at DUNSTER & PORLOCK SURGERIES
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,155
Total Quantity
26.0K
NHS Cost
£560
vs National Avg
-11%
DUNSTER & PORLOCK SURGERIES prescribed 1,155 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £560 to the NHS. This is 11% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
88
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,155 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,007 |
| Total NHS Cost | £560 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -11% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,155 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -11% 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.