Powder thickener - gum based (0913161) Prescribing at WEST HEATH SURGERY
Oral nutrition | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
948
Total Quantity
517.5K
NHS Cost
£30.0K
vs National Avg
+1162.5%
WEST HEATH SURGERY prescribed 948 items of Powder thickener - gum based (0913161) over the last 12 months at a cost of £29,958 to the NHS. This is 1162.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Powder thickener - gum based (0913161) is classified under Oral nutrition in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
81
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 948 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 517,506 |
| Total NHS Cost | £29,958 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1162.5% |
Powder thickener - gum based (0913161) Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 948 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 75 items |
| Difference | +1162.5% 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.