Calcium carbonate Prescribing at LOWTHER MEDICAL CENTRE
Minerals | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
167
Total Quantity
7,738
NHS Cost
£810
vs National Avg
+153.8%
LOWTHER MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 167 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £810 to the NHS. This is 153.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 167 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,738 |
| Total NHS Cost | £810 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +153.8% |
Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 167 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +153.8% 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.