Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at SMS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
339
Total Quantity
160.9K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
-42.1%
SMS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 339 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,593 to the NHS. This is 42.1% below 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
30
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 339 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 160,920 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,593 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42.1% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 339 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | -42.1% 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.