Folic acid Prescribing at PRIMA CARE SURGERIES
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,579
Total Quantity
41.5K
NHS Cost
£975
vs National Avg
+21.6%
PRIMA CARE SURGERIES prescribed 1,579 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £975 to the NHS. This is 21.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
134
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
142
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,579 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,466 |
| Total NHS Cost | £975 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.6% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,579 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +21.6% 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.