Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at AMHERST MEDICAL PRACTICE

Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

321

Total Quantity

160.2K

NHS Cost

£2.3K

vs National Avg

-45.2%

AMHERST MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 321 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,255 to the NHS. This is 45.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Alginic acid compound preparations is classified under Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	321
Total Quantity	160,242
Total NHS Cost	£2,255
Presentations	13 different forms
vs National Average	-45.2%

Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison

This practice	321 items
National average per practice	586 items
Difference	-45.2% 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.