Folic acid Prescribing at QHS GP CARE HOME SERVICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
891
Total Quantity
13.2K
NHS Cost
£338
vs National Avg
-31.4%
QHS GP CARE HOME SERVICE prescribed 891 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £338 to the NHS. This is 31.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
78
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 891 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,231 |
| Total NHS Cost | £338 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -31.4% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 891 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -31.4% 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.