Folic acid Prescribing at THE SALTSCAR SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
908
Total Quantity
15.5K
NHS Cost
£386
vs National Avg
-30%
THE SALTSCAR SURGERY prescribed 908 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £386 to the NHS. This is 30% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 908 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,479 |
| Total NHS Cost | £386 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 908 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -30% 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.