Calcium carbonate Prescribing at CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP
Minerals | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
84
Total Quantity
3,900
NHS Cost
£403
vs National Avg
+27.7%
CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 84 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £403 to the NHS. This is 27.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 84 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,900 |
| Total NHS Cost | £403 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27.7% |
Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 84 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +27.7% 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.