Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at OVERDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
1,470
Total Quantity
1.2M
NHS Cost
£12.5K
vs National Avg
+151%
OVERDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,470 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,484 to the NHS. This is 151% 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
123
Jul 2026
112
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
112
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
140
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
132
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,470 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,172,693 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,484 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +151% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,470 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +151% 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.