Calcium carbonate Prescribing at THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE
Minerals | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
216
Total Quantity
3,726
NHS Cost
£376
vs National Avg
+228.3%
THE FOREST EDGE PRACTICE prescribed 216 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £376 to the NHS. This is 228.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 216 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,726 |
| Total NHS Cost | £376 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +228.3% |
Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 216 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +228.3% 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.