Folic acid Prescribing at OAKHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,690
Total Quantity
34.5K
NHS Cost
£878
vs National Avg
+30.2%
OAKHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,690 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £878 to the NHS. This is 30.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
162
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
148
Jun 2026
146
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
147
Jun 2026
150
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,690 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,464 |
| Total NHS Cost | £878 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.2% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,690 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +30.2% 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.