Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at TOWNHEAD SURGERY
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
1,091
Total Quantity
606.3K
NHS Cost
£7.8K
vs National Avg
+86.3%
TOWNHEAD SURGERY prescribed 1,091 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,804 to the NHS. This is 86.3% 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
94
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
84
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,091 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 606,288 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,804 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +86.3% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,091 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +86.3% 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.