Folic acid Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACT.
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
514
Total Quantity
13.5K
NHS Cost
£329
vs National Avg
-60.4%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACT. prescribed 514 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £329 to the NHS. This is 60.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 514 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,537 |
| Total NHS Cost | £329 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -60.4% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 514 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -60.4% 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.