Calcium carbonate Prescribing at GIFFORDS PRIMARY CARE CTR

Minerals | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

113

Total Quantity

8,206

NHS Cost

£781

vs National Avg

+71.7%

GIFFORDS PRIMARY CARE CTR prescribed 113 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £781 to the NHS. This is 71.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	113
Total Quantity	8,206
Total NHS Cost	£781
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+71.7%

Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	113 items
National average per practice	66 items
Difference	+71.7% 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.