Folic acid Prescribing at FAMILY SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
2,238
Total Quantity
68.0K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+72.4%
FAMILY SURGERY prescribed 2,238 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,664 to the NHS. This is 72.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
204
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,238 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 67,963 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,664 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +72.4% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,238 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +72.4% 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.