Calcium carbonate Prescribing at CASTLECROFT MEDICAL PRACTICE
Minerals | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
124
Total Quantity
5,305
NHS Cost
£586
vs National Avg
+88.4%
CASTLECROFT MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 124 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £586 to the NHS. This is 88.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 124 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,305 |
| Total NHS Cost | £586 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +88.4% |
Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 124 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +88.4% 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.