Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACT.
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
382
Total Quantity
207.2K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
-34.8%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACT. prescribed 382 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,797 to the NHS. This is 34.8% below 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
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 382 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 207,175 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,797 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -34.8% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 382 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | -34.8% 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.