Folic acid Prescribing at SHAP MEDICAL PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
649
Total Quantity
14.4K
NHS Cost
£316
vs National Avg
-50%
SHAP MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 649 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £316 to the NHS. This is 50% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 649 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,387 |
| Total NHS Cost | £316 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -50% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 649 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -50% 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.