Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at THE ELMS PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
875
Total Quantity
542.8K
NHS Cost
£6.8K
vs National Avg
+49.4%
THE ELMS PRACTICE prescribed 875 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,821 to the NHS. This is 49.4% 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
79
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
67
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 875 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 542,842 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,821 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.4% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 875 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +49.4% 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.