Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at PORTCHESTER PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
992
Total Quantity
577.5K
NHS Cost
£7.3K
vs National Avg
+69.4%
PORTCHESTER PRACTICE prescribed 992 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,337 to the NHS. This is 69.4% 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
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
94
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 992 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 577,468 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,337 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +69.4% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 992 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +69.4% 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.