Folic acid Prescribing at NELSON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
550
Total Quantity
23.6K
NHS Cost
£800
vs National Avg
-57.6%
NELSON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 550 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £800 to the NHS. This is 57.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 550 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,633 |
| Total NHS Cost | £800 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -57.6% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 550 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -57.6% 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.