Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at FIRST AVENUE SURGERY

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

Items (12m)

336

Total Quantity

167.5K

NHS Cost

£2.2K

vs National Avg

-42.6%

FIRST AVENUE SURGERY prescribed 336 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,167 to the NHS. This is 42.6% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	336
Total Quantity	167,484
Total NHS Cost	£2,167
Presentations	8 different forms
vs National Average	-42.6%

Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison

This practice	336 items
National average per practice	586 items
Difference	-42.6% 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.