Calcium carbonate Prescribing at BEECHWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE
Minerals | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
226
Total Quantity
6,548
NHS Cost
£687
vs National Avg
+243.5%
BEECHWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 226 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £687 to the NHS. This is 243.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 226 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,548 |
| Total NHS Cost | £687 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +243.5% |
Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 226 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +243.5% 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.