Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at NORTHDOWN & DASHWOOD SURGERY
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
540
Total Quantity
278.4K
NHS Cost
£4.1K
vs National Avg
-7.8%
NORTHDOWN & DASHWOOD SURGERY prescribed 540 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,093 to the NHS. This is 7.8% 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
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 540 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 278,394 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,093 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -7.8% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 540 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | -7.8% 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.