Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at THE WATERLOO PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
748
Total Quantity
436.6K
NHS Cost
£5.2K
vs National Avg
+27.7%
THE WATERLOO PRACTICE prescribed 748 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,205 to the NHS. This is 27.7% 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
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 748 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 436,555 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,205 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27.7% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 748 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +27.7% 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.