Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at MERTON LODGE SURGERY
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
1,340
Total Quantity
704.8K
NHS Cost
£8.5K
vs National Avg
+128.8%
MERTON LODGE SURGERY prescribed 1,340 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,474 to the NHS. This is 128.8% 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
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
114
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
113
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,340 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 704,766 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,474 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +128.8% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,340 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +128.8% 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.