Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at ST ANDREWS SURGERY
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
759
Total Quantity
407.0K
NHS Cost
£5.0K
vs National Avg
+29.6%
ST ANDREWS SURGERY prescribed 759 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,037 to the NHS. This is 29.6% 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
60
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 759 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 406,960 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,037 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +29.6% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 759 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +29.6% 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.