Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at BEACON MEDICAL CENTRE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
550
Total Quantity
256.0K
NHS Cost
£3.2K
vs National Avg
-6.1%
BEACON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 550 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,226 to the NHS. This is 6.1% 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
44
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 550 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 255,964 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,226 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -6.1% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 550 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | -6.1% 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.