Folic acid Prescribing at HOUNSLOW FAMILY PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,123
Total Quantity
28.5K
NHS Cost
£657
vs National Avg
-13.5%
HOUNSLOW FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 1,123 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £657 to the NHS. This is 13.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
91
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,123 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,538 |
| Total NHS Cost | £657 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.5% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,123 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -13.5% 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.