Calcium carbonate Prescribing at THE FORELAND MEDICAL CENTRE
Minerals | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
120
Total Quantity
2,178
NHS Cost
£197
vs National Avg
+82.4%
THE FORELAND MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 120 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £197 to the NHS. This is 82.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 120 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,178 |
| Total NHS Cost | £197 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +82.4% |
Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 120 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +82.4% 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.