Folic acid Prescribing at YOUR FAMILY PRACTICE
Anaemias and haematological disorders | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
789
Total Quantity
27.3K
NHS Cost
£740
vs National Avg
-39.2%
YOUR FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 789 items of Folic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £740 to the NHS. This is 39.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Folic acid is classified under Anaemias and haematological disorders in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 789 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,323 |
| Total NHS Cost | £740 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39.2% |
Folic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 789 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,298 items |
| Difference | -39.2% 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.