Calcium carbonate Prescribing at FRIARWOOD SURGERY
Minerals | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
92
Total Quantity
7,590
NHS Cost
£656
vs National Avg
+39.8%
FRIARWOOD SURGERY prescribed 92 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £656 to the NHS. This is 39.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 92 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,590 |
| Total NHS Cost | £656 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.8% |
Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 92 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +39.8% 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.