Carmellose sodium Prescribing at SHAWBIRCH MEDICAL CENTRE

Miscellaneous ophthalmic preparations | Eye

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

9,300

NHS Cost

£1.3K

vs National Avg

+28.1%

SHAWBIRCH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 83 items of Carmellose sodium over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,286 to the NHS. This is 28.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Carmellose sodium is classified under Miscellaneous ophthalmic preparations in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	83
Total Quantity	9,300
Total NHS Cost	£1,286
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+28.1%

Carmellose sodium Prescribing Comparison

This practice	83 items
National average per practice	65 items
Difference	+28.1% 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.