Folic acid Prescribing at MERCHEFORD HOUSE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,325
Total Quantity
35.6K
NHS Cost
£931
vs National Avg
+2.1%
MERCHEFORD HOUSE prescribed 1,325 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £931 to the NHS. This is 2.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
112
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
114
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
140
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,325 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,597 |
| Total NHS Cost | £931 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +2.1% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,325 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +2.1% 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.