Calcium carbonate Prescribing at HIGHAM FERRERS SURGERY
Minerals | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
108
Total Quantity
7,138
NHS Cost
£608
vs National Avg
+64.1%
HIGHAM FERRERS SURGERY prescribed 108 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £608 to the NHS. This is 64.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 108 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,138 |
| Total NHS Cost | £608 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +64.1% |
Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 108 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +64.1% 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.