Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing at WHITLEY BAY HEALTH CENTRE
Dyspepsia and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
840
Total Quantity
604.0K
NHS Cost
£6.2K
vs National Avg
+43.4%
WHITLEY BAY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 840 items of Alginic acid compound preparations over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,208 to the NHS. This is 43.4% 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
70
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
65
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 840 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 603,960 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,208 |
| Presentations | 15 different forms |
| vs National Average | +43.4% |
Alginic acid compound preparations Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 840 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 586 items |
| Difference | +43.4% 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.