Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at FOREST MEDICAL
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
1,691
Total Quantity
856.4K
NHS Cost
£9.3K
vs National Avg
+188.7%
FOREST MEDICAL prescribed 1,691 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,275 to the NHS. This is 188.7% 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
140
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
124
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
137
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
150
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,691 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 856,355 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,275 |
| Presentations | 17 different forms |
| vs National Average | +188.7% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,691 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +188.7% 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.