Ferrous sulfate Prescribing at THE DISCOVERY PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,349
Total Quantity
49.0K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+162.4%
THE DISCOVERY PRACTICE prescribed 1,349 items of Ferrous sulfate over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,331 to the NHS. This is 162.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Ferrous sulfate is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
127
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,349 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 48,954 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,331 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +162.4% |
Ferrous sulfate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,349 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 514 items |
| Difference | +162.4% 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.