Folic acid Prescribing at LEPTON AND KIRKHEATON SURGERIES
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
829
Total Quantity
22.6K
NHS Cost
£662
vs National Avg
-36.1%
LEPTON AND KIRKHEATON SURGERIES prescribed 829 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £662 to the NHS. This is 36.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 829 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,583 |
| Total NHS Cost | £662 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.1% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 829 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -36.1% 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.