Folic acid Prescribing at SPECIAL ALLOCATION SCHEME (NEL)
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
157
Total Quantity
4,277
NHS Cost
£129
vs National Avg
-87.9%
SPECIAL ALLOCATION SCHEME (NEL) prescribed 157 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £129 to the NHS. This is 87.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 157 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,277 |
| Total NHS Cost | £129 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -87.9% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 157 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -87.9% 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.