Folic acid Prescribing at FORUM FAMILY PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,704
Total Quantity
29.7K
NHS Cost
£760
vs National Avg
+31.3%
FORUM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 1,704 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £760 to the NHS. This is 31.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
124
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
158
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,704 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,682 |
| Total NHS Cost | £760 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +31.3% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,704 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +31.3% 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.