Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at THE OLD SCHOOL SURGERY
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
555
Total Quantity
289.7K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
-5.3%
THE OLD SCHOOL SURGERY prescribed 555 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,450 to the NHS. This is 5.3% below 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
51
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 555 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 289,668 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,450 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -5.3% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 555 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | -5.3% 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.