Folic acid Prescribing at THE OAKWOOD SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,529
Total Quantity
46.1K
NHS Cost
£992
vs National Avg
+17.8%
THE OAKWOOD SURGERY prescribed 1,529 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £992 to the NHS. This is 17.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
122
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,529 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 46,098 |
| Total NHS Cost | £992 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.8% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,529 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +17.8% 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.