Ascorbic acid Prescribing at HANDFORTH HEALTH CENTRE
Vitamins | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
64
Total Quantity
1,008
NHS Cost
£598
vs National Avg
+211.7%
HANDFORTH HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 64 items of Ascorbic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £598 to the NHS. This is 211.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Ascorbic acid is classified under Vitamins in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 64 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,008 |
| Total NHS Cost | £598 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +211.7% |
Ascorbic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 64 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 21 items |
| Difference | +211.7% 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.