Folic acid Prescribing at SHEFFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
558
Total Quantity
17.2K
NHS Cost
£363
vs National Avg
-57%
SHEFFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 558 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £363 to the NHS. This is 57% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 558 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,168 |
| Total NHS Cost | £363 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -57% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 558 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -57% 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.