Folic acid Prescribing at PRESCOT MEDICAL CENTRE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
939
Total Quantity
31.0K
NHS Cost
£862
vs National Avg
-27.7%
PRESCOT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 939 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £862 to the NHS. This is 27.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
84
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 939 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,044 |
| Total NHS Cost | £862 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -27.7% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 939 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -27.7% 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.