Folic acid Prescribing at HOWDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
920
Total Quantity
25.8K
NHS Cost
£551
vs National Avg
-29.1%
HOWDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 920 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £551 to the NHS. This is 29.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 920 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,835 |
| Total NHS Cost | £551 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.1% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 920 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -29.1% vs national average |
Explore More
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.