Folic acid Prescribing at LITCHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,936
Total Quantity
32.2K
NHS Cost
£771
vs National Avg
+49.2%
LITCHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,936 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £771 to the NHS. This is 49.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
177
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,936 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,231 |
| Total NHS Cost | £771 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.2% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,936 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +49.2% 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.