Folic acid Prescribing at ST ANDREWS MEDICAL CENTRE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
428
Total Quantity
8,637
NHS Cost
£360
vs National Avg
-67%
ST ANDREWS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 428 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £360 to the NHS. This is 67% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 428 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,637 |
| Total NHS Cost | £360 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -67% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 428 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -67% 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.