Folic acid Prescribing at TOWNHEAD SURGERY
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,636
Total Quantity
37.1K
NHS Cost
£792
vs National Avg
+26%
TOWNHEAD SURGERY prescribed 1,636 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £792 to the NHS. This is 26% above the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
112
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
161
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
171
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,636 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 37,133 |
| Total NHS Cost | £792 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,636 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | +26% vs national average |
Explore More
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.