Folic acid Prescribing at THORNTON HEATH MEDICAL CENTRE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,024
Total Quantity
33.9K
NHS Cost
£983
vs National Avg
-21.1%
THORNTON HEATH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,024 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £983 to the NHS. This is 21.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
74
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,024 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,850 |
| Total NHS Cost | £983 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.1% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,024 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -21.1% 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.