Calcium carbonate Prescribing at BENSHAM FAMILY PRACTICE

Minerals | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

139

Total Quantity

3,954

NHS Cost

£363

vs National Avg

+111.2%

BENSHAM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 139 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £363 to the NHS. This is 111.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	139
Total Quantity	3,954
Total NHS Cost	£363
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+111.2%

Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	139 items
National average per practice	66 items
Difference	+111.2% 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.