Folic acid Prescribing at EASTBROOK SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
2,033
Total Quantity
70.0K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+56.6%
EASTBROOK SURGERY prescribed 2,033 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,682 to the NHS. This is 56.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
166
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,033 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 69,974 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,682 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +56.6% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,033 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +56.6% 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.