Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at SOMERCOTES MEDICAL CENTRE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
997
Total Quantity
610.5K
NHS Cost
£7.4K
vs National Avg
+70.2%
SOMERCOTES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 997 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,386 to the NHS. This is 70.2% 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
88
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
79
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 997 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 610,458 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,386 |
| Presentations | 19 different forms |
| vs National Average | +70.2% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 997 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +70.2% 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.