Folic acid Prescribing at PORTCHESTER PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
2,338
Total Quantity
89.0K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+80.1%
PORTCHESTER PRACTICE prescribed 2,338 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,029 to the NHS. This is 80.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
186
Jun 2026
228
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,338 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 88,957 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,029 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +80.1% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,338 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +80.1% 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.