Ferrous sulfate Prescribing at FAMILY PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
370
Total Quantity
21.3K
NHS Cost
£710
vs National Avg
-28%
FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 370 items of Ferrous sulfate over the last 12 months at a cost of £710 to the NHS. This is 28% below the national average prescribing rate. Ferrous sulfate is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 370 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,262 |
| Total NHS Cost | £710 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -28% |
Ferrous sulfate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 370 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 514 items |
| Difference | -28% 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.