Folic acid Prescribing at MELROSE SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
168
Total Quantity
8,094
NHS Cost
£186
vs National Avg
-87.1%
MELROSE SURGERY prescribed 168 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £186 to the NHS. This is 87.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 168 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,094 |
| Total NHS Cost | £186 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -87.1% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 168 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -87.1% 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.