Alendronic acid Prescribing at ALEXANDRA & CRESTVIEW SURGERIES
Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,695
Total Quantity
9,720
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+126%
ALEXANDRA & CRESTVIEW SURGERIES prescribed 1,695 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,068 to the NHS. This is 126% above the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
161
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
149
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
142
Jun 2026
142
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
147
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
132
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,695 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,720 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,068 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +126% |
Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,695 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 750 items |
| Difference | +126% 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.