Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at DOWNSFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
479
Total Quantity
213.0K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
-18.2%
DOWNSFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 479 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,372 to the NHS. This is 18.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Alginic acid compound preparations is classified under Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 479 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 212,956 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,372 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18.2% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 479 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | -18.2% 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.