Calcium carbonate Prescribing at ST. MARGARETS PRACTICE

Minerals | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

152

Total Quantity

5,295

NHS Cost

£495

vs National Avg

+131%

ST. MARGARETS PRACTICE prescribed 152 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £495 to the NHS. This is 131% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	152
Total Quantity	5,295
Total NHS Cost	£495
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+131%

Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	152 items
National average per practice	66 items
Difference	+131% 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.