Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
897
Total Quantity
467.8K
NHS Cost
£6.0K
vs National Avg
+53.1%
THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE prescribed 897 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,977 to the NHS. This is 53.1% 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
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 897 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 467,751 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,977 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +53.1% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 897 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +53.1% 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.