Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
1,426
Total Quantity
696.0K
NHS Cost
£9.3K
vs National Avg
+143.4%
GP DIRECT prescribed 1,426 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,277 to the NHS. This is 143.4% 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
123
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
124
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,426 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 695,986 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,277 |
| Presentations | 19 different forms |
| vs National Average | +143.4% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,426 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +143.4% 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.