Calcium carbonate Prescribing at THE THORNTON PRACTICE
Minerals | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
76
Total Quantity
4,232
NHS Cost
£382
vs National Avg
+15.5%
THE THORNTON PRACTICE prescribed 76 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £382 to the NHS. This is 15.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 76 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,232 |
| Total NHS Cost | £382 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +15.5% |
Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 76 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +15.5% 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.