Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at THE WESTGATE PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
1,624
Total Quantity
853.7K
NHS Cost
£10.5K
vs National Avg
+177.2%
THE WESTGATE PRACTICE prescribed 1,624 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,548 to the NHS. This is 177.2% 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
138
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
147
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
142
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,624 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 853,668 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,548 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +177.2% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,624 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +177.2% 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.