Folic acid Prescribing at NORTHFIELDS SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
809
Total Quantity
13.2K
NHS Cost
£336
vs National Avg
-37.7%
NORTHFIELDS SURGERY prescribed 809 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £336 to the NHS. This is 37.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
86
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 809 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,179 |
| Total NHS Cost | £336 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -37.7% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 809 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -37.7% 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.