Ferrous sulfate Prescribing at FAMILY PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
773
Total Quantity
51.1K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+50.3%
FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 773 items of Ferrous sulfate over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,693 to the NHS. This is 50.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Ferrous sulfate is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 773 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 51,072 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,693 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +50.3% |
Ferrous sulfate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 773 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 514 items |
| Difference | +50.3% 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.