Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at MELTHAM GROUP PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
533
Total Quantity
294.3K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
-9%
MELTHAM GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 533 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,738 to the NHS. This is 9% 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
47
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 533 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 294,326 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,738 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | -9% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 533 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | -9% 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.