Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at MERIDIAN PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
139
Total Quantity
60.4K
NHS Cost
£448
vs National Avg
-76.3%
MERIDIAN PRACTICE prescribed 139 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £448 to the NHS. This is 76.3% 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
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 139 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 60,390 |
| Total NHS Cost | £448 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -76.3% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 139 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | -76.3% 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.