Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at ELM TREE SURGERY

Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

755

Total Quantity

333.5K

NHS Cost

£5.5K

vs National Avg

+28.9%

ELM TREE SURGERY prescribed 755 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,470 to the NHS. This is 28.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Alginic acid compound preparations is classified under Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	755
Total Quantity	333,456
Total NHS Cost	£5,470
Presentations	13 different forms
vs National Average	+28.9%

Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison

This practice	755 items
National average per practice	586 items
Difference	+28.9% 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.