Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
495
Total Quantity
257.3K
NHS Cost
£4.0K
vs National Avg
-15.5%
LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 495 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,957 to the NHS. This is 15.5% 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
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 495 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 257,260 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,957 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.5% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 495 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | -15.5% 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.