Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at MERCHISTON SURGERY
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
848
Total Quantity
534.5K
NHS Cost
£6.7K
vs National Avg
+44.8%
MERCHISTON SURGERY prescribed 848 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,746 to the NHS. This is 44.8% 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
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 848 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 534,526 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,746 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +44.8% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 848 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +44.8% 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.