Folic acid Prescribing at SOUTH SEFTON GP EXTRA SERVICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
214
Total Quantity
21.2K
NHS Cost
£438
vs National Avg
-83.5%
SOUTH SEFTON GP EXTRA SERVICE prescribed 214 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £438 to the NHS. This is 83.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 214 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,206 |
| Total NHS Cost | £438 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -83.5% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 214 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -83.5% 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.