Folic acid Prescribing at ORCHARD FAMILY PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
902
Total Quantity
27.7K
NHS Cost
£647
vs National Avg
-30.5%
ORCHARD FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 902 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £647 to the NHS. This is 30.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 902 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,715 |
| Total NHS Cost | £647 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.5% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 902 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -30.5% 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.