Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at OLD FORGE SURGERY

Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

293

Total Quantity

123.5K

NHS Cost

£1.2K

vs National Avg

-50%

OLD FORGE SURGERY prescribed 293 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,228 to the NHS. This is 50% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	293
Total Quantity	123,544
Total NHS Cost	£1,228
Presentations	11 different forms
vs National Average	-50%

Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison

This practice	293 items
National average per practice	586 items
Difference	-50% 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.