Folic acid Prescribing at THE CHORLEY SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,082
Total Quantity
41.8K
NHS Cost
£935
vs National Avg
-16.6%
THE CHORLEY SURGERY prescribed 1,082 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £935 to the NHS. This is 16.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
84
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,082 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,795 |
| Total NHS Cost | £935 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.6% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,082 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -16.6% 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.