Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at THE RIDGEWAY SURGERY

Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

333

Total Quantity

153.0K

NHS Cost

£2.1K

vs National Avg

-43.2%

THE RIDGEWAY SURGERY prescribed 333 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,065 to the NHS. This is 43.2% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	333
Total Quantity	152,978
Total NHS Cost	£2,065
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	-43.2%

Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison

This practice	333 items
National average per practice	586 items
Difference	-43.2% 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.