Calcium carbonate Prescribing at MEDLOCK MEDICAL PRACTICE

Minerals | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

3,218

NHS Cost

£281

vs National Avg

+35.3%

MEDLOCK MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 89 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £281 to the NHS. This is 35.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	89
Total Quantity	3,218
Total NHS Cost	£281
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+35.3%

Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	89 items
National average per practice	66 items
Difference	+35.3% 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.