Calcium carbonate Prescribing at MELTHAM GROUP PRACTICE

Minerals | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

120

Total Quantity

4,630

NHS Cost

£399

vs National Avg

+82.4%

MELTHAM GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 120 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £399 to the NHS. This is 82.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	120
Total Quantity	4,630
Total NHS Cost	£399
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+82.4%

Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	120 items
National average per practice	66 items
Difference	+82.4% 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.