Folic acid Prescribing at HEATHBRIDGE PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,661
Total Quantity
39.7K
NHS Cost
£938
vs National Avg
+28%
HEATHBRIDGE PRACTICE prescribed 1,661 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £938 to the NHS. This is 28% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
150
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
159
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
136
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,661 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,730 |
| Total NHS Cost | £938 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +28% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,661 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +28% 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.