Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at OLDHAM MEDICAL SERVICES
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
350
Total Quantity
145.6K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
-40.2%
OLDHAM MEDICAL SERVICES prescribed 350 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,469 to the NHS. This is 40.2% 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
20
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 350 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 145,642 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,469 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.2% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 350 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | -40.2% 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.