Folic acid Prescribing at NEWHAM PCN
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
87
Total Quantity
6,171
NHS Cost
£223
vs National Avg
-93.3%
NEWHAM PCN prescribed 87 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £223 to the NHS. This is 93.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 87 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,171 |
| Total NHS Cost | £223 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -93.3% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 87 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -93.3% 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.