Folic acid Prescribing at HILLCREST SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,101
Total Quantity
21.5K
NHS Cost
£616
vs National Avg
-15.2%
HILLCREST SURGERY prescribed 1,101 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £616 to the NHS. This is 15.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
79
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,101 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,479 |
| Total NHS Cost | £616 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.2% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,101 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -15.2% 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.