Magnesium hydroxide Prescribing at ATHERLEY HOUSE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
10
Total Quantity
2,000
NHS Cost
£32
vs National Avg
+167.3%
ATHERLEY HOUSE SURGERY prescribed 10 items of Magnesium hydroxide over the last 12 months at a cost of £32 to the NHS. This is 167.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Magnesium hydroxide is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
No monthly data available.
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 10 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,000 |
| Total NHS Cost | £32 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +167.3% |
Magnesium hydroxide Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 10 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 4 items |
| Difference | +167.3% 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.