Folic acid Prescribing at EASTMEAD AVENUE SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
784
Total Quantity
21.6K
NHS Cost
£489
vs National Avg
-39.6%
EASTMEAD AVENUE SURGERY prescribed 784 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £489 to the NHS. This is 39.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
74
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 784 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,609 |
| Total NHS Cost | £489 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39.6% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 784 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -39.6% 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.