Alendronic acid Prescribing at ASKERN MEDICAL PRACTICE

Drugs affecting bone metabolism | Endocrine System

Items (12m)
266
Total Quantity
1,372
NHS Cost
£311
vs National Avg
-64.5%

ASKERN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 266 items of Alendronic acid over the last 12 months at a cost of £311 to the NHS. This is 64.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Alendronic acid is classified under Drugs affecting bone metabolism in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
23

Prescribing Details

Total Items266
Total Quantity1,372
Total NHS Cost£311
Presentations1 different forms
vs National Average-64.5%

Alendronic acid Prescribing Comparison

This practice266 items
National average per practice750 items
Difference-64.5% vs national average
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.