Folic acid Prescribing at THE WATERFIELD PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
2,206
Total Quantity
91.4K
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+70%
THE WATERFIELD PRACTICE prescribed 2,206 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,548 to the NHS. This is 70% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
174
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
174
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
157
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
172
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
177
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,206 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 91,357 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,548 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +70% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,206 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +70% 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.