Magnesium hydroxide Prescribing at PALLIATIVE CARE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
27
Total Quantity
5,700
NHS Cost
£90
vs National Avg
+621.6%
PALLIATIVE CARE prescribed 27 items of Magnesium hydroxide over the last 12 months at a cost of £90 to the NHS. This is 621.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Magnesium hydroxide is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
No monthly data available.
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 27 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,700 |
| Total NHS Cost | £90 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +621.6% |
Magnesium hydroxide Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 27 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 4 items |
| Difference | +621.6% 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.