Folic acid Prescribing at OLDHAM MEDICAL SERVICES
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
759
Total Quantity
31.3K
NHS Cost
£692
vs National Avg
-41.5%
OLDHAM MEDICAL SERVICES prescribed 759 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £692 to the NHS. This is 41.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 759 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,342 |
| Total NHS Cost | £692 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -41.5% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 759 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -41.5% 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.