Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at FIRSWAY HEALTH CENTRE

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

Items (12m)

1,159

Total Quantity

647.3K

NHS Cost

£8.2K

vs National Avg

+97.9%

FIRSWAY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,159 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,220 to the NHS. This is 97.9% 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

Jul 2026

109

Jul 2026

107

Jul 2026

105

Jul 2026

102

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,159
Total Quantity	647,325
Total NHS Cost	£8,220
Presentations	13 different forms
vs National Average	+97.9%

Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,159 items
National average per practice	586 items
Difference	+97.9% 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.