Calcium carbonate Prescribing at BUXTED MEDICAL CENTRE

Minerals | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

141

Total Quantity

7,096

NHS Cost

£630

vs National Avg

+114.3%

BUXTED MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 141 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £630 to the NHS. This is 114.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	141
Total Quantity	7,096
Total NHS Cost	£630
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+114.3%

Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	141 items
National average per practice	66 items
Difference	+114.3% 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.