Folic acid Prescribing at MERTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,138
Total Quantity
14.5K
NHS Cost
£403
vs National Avg
-12.3%
MERTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,138 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £403 to the NHS. This is 12.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
95
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,138 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,474 |
| Total NHS Cost | £403 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -12.3% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,138 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -12.3% 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.