Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at HOWDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
1,107
Total Quantity
612.5K
NHS Cost
£8.4K
vs National Avg
+89%
HOWDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,107 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,419 to the NHS. This is 89% 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
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
96
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,107 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 612,487 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,419 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | +89% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,107 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +89% 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.