Ferrous fumarate Prescribing at WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
1,878
Total Quantity
105.1K
NHS Cost
£4.0K
vs National Avg
+159.1%
WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,878 items of Ferrous fumarate over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,991 to the NHS. This is 159.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Ferrous fumarate is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
149
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,878 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 105,113 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,991 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +159.1% |
Ferrous fumarate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,878 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 725 items |
| Difference | +159.1% 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.