Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at THE BIRCHWOOD PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
932
Total Quantity
486.6K
NHS Cost
£5.4K
vs National Avg
+59.1%
THE BIRCHWOOD PRACTICE prescribed 932 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,373 to the NHS. This is 59.1% 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
85
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 932 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 486,556 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,373 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +59.1% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 932 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +59.1% 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.