Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at WESTROP MEDICAL PRACTICE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,041
Total Quantity
1.1M
NHS Cost
£14.3K
vs National Avg
+248.4%
WESTROP MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,041 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,282 to the NHS. This is 248.4% 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
147
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
167
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,041 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,104,110 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,282 |
| Presentations | 18 different forms |
| vs National Average | +248.4% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,041 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +248.4% 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.