Folic acid Prescribing at NEW OTTERSHAW SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
550
Total Quantity
27.2K
NHS Cost
£623
vs National Avg
-57.6%
NEW OTTERSHAW SURGERY prescribed 550 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £623 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
49
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
70
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 550 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,219 |
| Total NHS Cost | £623 |
| 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.