Calcium carbonate Prescribing at CASTLEHEAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Minerals | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
55
Total Quantity
3,944
NHS Cost
£330
vs National Avg
-16.4%
CASTLEHEAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 55 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £330 to the NHS. This is 16.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 55 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,944 |
| Total NHS Cost | £330 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.4% |
Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 55 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | -16.4% 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.