Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at THE FOREST SURGERY
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
685
Total Quantity
338.2K
NHS Cost
£5.3K
vs National Avg
+16.9%
THE FOREST SURGERY prescribed 685 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,316 to the NHS. This is 16.9% 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
62
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 685 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 338,190 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,316 |
| Presentations | 17 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.9% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 685 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +16.9% 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.