Ferrous sulfate Prescribing at NEEDHAM MARKET COUNTRY PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,972
Total Quantity
60.9K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+283.5%
NEEDHAM MARKET COUNTRY PRACTICE prescribed 1,972 items of Ferrous sulfate over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,132 to the NHS. This is 283.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Ferrous sulfate is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
146
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,972 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 60,916 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,132 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +283.5% |
Ferrous sulfate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,972 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 514 items |
| Difference | +283.5% 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.