Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at PORTER BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
806
Total Quantity
430.5K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
+37.6%
PORTER BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 806 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,883 to the NHS. This is 37.6% 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
66
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
81
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 806 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 430,522 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,883 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | +37.6% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 806 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +37.6% 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.