Folic acid Prescribing at KIRKHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,418
Total Quantity
40.8K
NHS Cost
£895
vs National Avg
+9.2%
KIRKHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,418 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £895 to the NHS. This is 9.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
137
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
134
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,418 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,821 |
| Total NHS Cost | £895 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +9.2% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,418 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +9.2% 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.