Folic acid Prescribing at EASTGATE SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
952
Total Quantity
44.6K
NHS Cost
£931
vs National Avg
-26.7%
EASTGATE SURGERY prescribed 952 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £931 to the NHS. This is 26.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
88
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 952 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 44,613 |
| Total NHS Cost | £931 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -26.7% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 952 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -26.7% 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.