Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at HAMPSTEAD GROUP PRACTICE

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

Items (12m)

924

Total Quantity

545.6K

NHS Cost

£7.4K

vs National Avg

+57.7%

HAMPSTEAD GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 924 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,438 to the NHS. This is 57.7% 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

Jun 2026

103

Prescribing Details

Total Items	924
Total Quantity	545,592
Total NHS Cost	£7,438
Presentations	15 different forms
vs National Average	+57.7%

Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison

This practice	924 items
National average per practice	586 items
Difference	+57.7% 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.