Folic acid Prescribing at SHIREHAMPTON GROUP PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,581
Total Quantity
35.4K
NHS Cost
£816
vs National Avg
+21.8%
SHIREHAMPTON GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,581 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £816 to the NHS. This is 21.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
139
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
139
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,581 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,416 |
| Total NHS Cost | £816 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.8% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,581 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +21.8% 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.