Ferrous sulfate Prescribing at ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE

Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

1,238

Total Quantity

37.3K

NHS Cost

£2.4K

vs National Avg

+140.8%

ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 1,238 items of Ferrous sulfate over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,419 to the NHS. This is 140.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Ferrous sulfate is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

112

Jul 2026

108

Jul 2026

103

Jul 2026

105

Jul 2026

115

Jul 2026

118

Jul 2026

111

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,238
Total Quantity	37,304
Total NHS Cost	£2,419
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+140.8%

Ferrous sulfate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,238 items
National average per practice	514 items
Difference	+140.8% 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.