Calcium carbonate Prescribing at HANDSWORTH WOOD MED.CTR.
Minerals | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
73
Total Quantity
5,826
NHS Cost
£550
vs National Avg
+10.9%
HANDSWORTH WOOD MED.CTR. prescribed 73 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £550 to the NHS. This is 10.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 73 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,826 |
| Total NHS Cost | £550 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +10.9% |
Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 73 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +10.9% 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.