Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at LEN VALLEY PRACTICE

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

Items (12m)

810

Total Quantity

342.6K

NHS Cost

£5.3K

vs National Avg

+38.3%

LEN VALLEY PRACTICE prescribed 810 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,294 to the NHS. This is 38.3% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	810
Total Quantity	342,573
Total NHS Cost	£5,294
Presentations	12 different forms
vs National Average	+38.3%

Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison

This practice	810 items
National average per practice	586 items
Difference	+38.3% 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.