Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at BRIDGEWATER SURGERIES
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
1,626
Total Quantity
759.5K
NHS Cost
£12.1K
vs National Avg
+177.6%
BRIDGEWATER SURGERIES prescribed 1,626 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,112 to the NHS. This is 177.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Alginic acid compound preparations is classified under Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
154
Jun 2026
123
Jun 2026
139
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
134
Jun 2026
152
Jun 2026
146
Jun 2026
129
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
130
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,626 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 759,450 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,112 |
| Presentations | 21 different forms |
| vs National Average | +177.6% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,626 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +177.6% 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.