Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at FIRSTCARE PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
650
Total Quantity
322.1K
NHS Cost
£4.1K
vs National Avg
+11%
FIRSTCARE PRACTICE prescribed 650 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,086 to the NHS. This is 11% 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
47
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 650 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 322,148 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,086 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +11% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 650 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +11% 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.