Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at WATERSHIP DOWN HEALTH
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
800
Total Quantity
333.1K
NHS Cost
£5.4K
vs National Avg
+36.6%
WATERSHIP DOWN HEALTH prescribed 800 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,371 to the NHS. This is 36.6% 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
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
76
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 800 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 333,118 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,371 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +36.6% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 800 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +36.6% 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.