Folic acid Prescribing at NEWCASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
501
Total Quantity
20.5K
NHS Cost
£426
vs National Avg
-61.4%
NEWCASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 501 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £426 to the NHS. This is 61.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 501 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,524 |
| Total NHS Cost | £426 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -61.4% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 501 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -61.4% 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.