Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at LOWTHER MEDICAL CENTRE

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

Items (12m)

1,228

Total Quantity

595.8K

NHS Cost

£7.8K

vs National Avg

+109.6%

LOWTHER MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,228 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,842 to the NHS. This is 109.6% 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

111

Jul 2026

111

Jul 2026

132

Jul 2026

103

Jul 2026

111

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,228
Total Quantity	595,792
Total NHS Cost	£7,842
Presentations	15 different forms
vs National Average	+109.6%

Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,228 items
National average per practice	586 items
Difference	+109.6% 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.