Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at WATFORD HEALTH CENTRE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
902
Total Quantity
533.0K
NHS Cost
£5.8K
vs National Avg
+54%
WATFORD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 902 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,844 to the NHS. This is 54% 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
86
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 902 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 533,040 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,844 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 902 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +54% 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.